Trail Running calendar near South Columbus 2025-2026

6 Hours of Power at Alum Creek State Park takes place at the Marina (4000 Hollenback Rd) in Lewis Center, Ohio. Runners attempt to complete as many 5K loops as possible in six hours; finishing four loops officially completes the race, with..

Run the Patriot 5K Road Race or Trail Run in Lebanon, Ohio on November 1 at the Countryside YMCA. Choose road, trail or do both for a fun morning of racing and community. Proceeds support the YMCA Veterans Connect program.

Join ORRRC Broken Toe on Nov 1, 2025 at Caesar Creek State Park for scenic wooded loops with rolling hills and lake views. Choose 25K or 50K or the ruck options and earn a unique finisher token on this challenging fall trail event.

Take on scenic trails at Alum Creek State Park with options from a 5K to a half marathon, plus a 20K relay and the timed 6 Hours of Power. Organized by Wolf Pack, the event features marked courses, finisher medals and a Pack Pass for multip..

Tackle rugged singletrack at Alum Creek State Park on Sunday, November 2, 2025, with 10K, 20K, and 50K trail options for all levels. Expect rocks, roots, scenic lake views, and a finisher shirt and medal to celebrate your effort.

Zero Hour Endurance Run The Zero Hour Endurance Run is the inaugural event held on November 2, 2025, at Combustion Brewery & Taproom Pickerington, 80 W Church St, Suite 101, Pickerington, OH. The event is presented in partnership with C..

Take on a 5K at Vinberige Vineyards in Thornville on Sunday November 2, 2025 for a scenic cross country course with varied footing and a couple of hills. Finish at the winery with a finisher medal, collapsible wine glass and a pour of wine..

Join Empower Backyard Ultra in Lebanon, Ohio for a last person standing event with 12 Hour and 24 Hour fixed distance options. Run measured loops on scenic trails by day and a quiet bike path by night while enjoying swag and refreshments.

Run the Bobcat Trail Marathon or Half Marathon at Burr Oak Lodge in Glouster, Ohio. Enjoy rolling hills, creek crossings and Buckeye Trail sections, support Burr Oak Alive, and get RaceJoy tracking plus a tee and finisher medal.

Run the scenic limestone gorge at John Bryan State Park in Yellow Springs, OH with distances from 5K to half marathon, a relay and a 6 hour challenge. Enjoy marked mixed terrain, rolling climbs, aid stations and finisher swag.

Join the Turkey Trails at Ohio State Newark for a festive Thanksgiving run with 1 Mile, Kids Dash, 5k, 10k and virtual options for all ages. Chip timing for the 5k and 10k plus medals and shirts make it a fun post feast challenge.

Join the Finish Strong 5K Trail Run or 1 Mile Fun Run hosted by Madison Christian School to support the Middle School Retreat. Enjoy off road trails, music, snacks, and campus spirit as runners of all ages chase medals, shirts, and fun priz..

Tackle rolling trails at Salt Fork State Park in Kimbolton, Ohio during Bigfoot, a weekend of 10.4 mile loops offering 10 mile, 20 mile and 50K options. Enjoy scenic singletrack, finisher swag and race day support while helping local search..

Join the Great Guernsey Trail 12Ks of Christmas in Lore City for a festive trail run with 12K, 5K and family fun options. Bring a new unwrapped toy to support Guernsey County Secret Santa and enjoy shirts, hot chocolate and medals.

Join the Frosty Buck Trail Race in Glenmont, OH on December 13, 2025 for scenic, looped winter trail running with 25k and 50k options. Tackle multiple laps of the original BBTBU course with light aid at the loop start and finish.

Celebrate the season at the ORRRC Winter Solstice Trail Half in Yellow Springs, Ohio, a scenic trail run. Enjoy chip timed results, aid stations, a finisher award and post race refreshments on friendly trails.

Run under the stars at the Night Owl Trail Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K around scenic Caesar Creek State Park. Expect wooded single track, rolling hills and fun aid stations for a challenging and memorable night trail experience.

Take on Ohio's Backyard Ultra in Lucasville on March 21, 2026, where runners repeat a 4.1667 mile loop each hour until only the last person standing remains. Daytime uses trail loops and nights switch to an out and back road section.

Run the Scout Run in Lebanon OH on March 21, 2026: an in person 5K on scenic mixed surface trails or a virtual 5K from anywhere. Support Boy Scout Troop 186 and register early for a commemorative shirt and finisher medal.

Run rugged singletrack through Zaleski State Forest and along Lake Hope State Park at the 13th annual Iron Furnace Trail Run on April 4, 2026 in McArthur, Ohio. Choose a half marathon or five mile and soak up scenic gorges, overlooks, and r..