Trail Running calendar near South Columbus 2025-2026

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.

Join the Great Guernsey Trail 12Ks of Christmas on December 13 at Leatherwood Park for timed 12K and 5K races and a family fun run along a scenic traffic free paved trail. Bring a new unwrapped toy to support Guernsey County Secret Santa.

Kick off the year with the Resolution Run, a scenic trail half marathon at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, Ohio. Part of the Wolf Pack 2026 series, it mixes rugged singletrack and park scenery for runners seeking a new start.

Kick off the year at Caesar Creek Trail Race on January 3, 2026, with options from 5K to half marathon, a 6 hour challenge and a 20K relay hosted by Wolf Pack Trail Runs. Scenic trails, aid, plenty of parking and leashed pets welcome.

Run under the stars at Caesar Creek State Park with marathon, half and 10K on wooded single track trails. Bring a headlamp and collapsible cup for aid stations and earn a glow in the dark owl finisher medal.

Shake off winter with the Fantastic Frigid 5K Series at Stratford Ecological Center, two crisp January races on scenic nature trails. Run one or save with a combo entry and enjoy post race treats and awards as part of RUNColumbus.

Run the Scout Run on March 21, 2026 in Lebanon, Ohio, with an in person or virtual 5K on scenic trail loops. Hosted by Boy Scout Troop 186, the event supports local projects and offers shirts and medals for early registrants.

Run or walk the Valley Vineyards Wine Run 5k through scenic vineyard trails and a bike path on March 28, 2026 at Valley Vineyards Winery & Brewery. Finishers get race swag, a wine stopper medal and a post run wine pour.

The The Muddy Duck will take place in Lewis Center on Saturday 4 April 2026. You can run between 6 and 50 kilometers.

Run rugged singletrack at Lake Hope State Park near McArthur, Ohio on April 4, 2026 with 13.1 mile or 5 mile options. Finishers receive a wooden award and a race shirt if you register early, plus post race food and vegan options.

Choose a 25k or 50k trail challenge at scenic Mohican State Park, starting and finishing at Mohican Adventures. Friendly volunteers and post race refreshments make this a rewarding day of rugged trail fun that supports local programs.

Hit the trails at Alum Creek State Park on April 18, 2026 with distances from 5K to a half marathon plus relay and endurance options. Enjoy lakeside views, marked courses, aid stations and custom medals in a friendly trail atmosphere.

Run the rugged single track of Great Seal State Park in Chillicothe, Ohio with options from 5k to epic 100 mile and 100k distances. Choose your challenge on a 20 mile loop with big climbs and scenic trails. Register by May 1.

Explore scenic trails at John Bryan State Park over two days with distances from 5K to a half marathon, plus a 20K relay and the 6 Hours of Power. Expect marked mixed terrain, aid stations and medals while earning Wolf Pack season points.

Run mostly singletrack at Strouds Run State Park on May 9, 2026 with 50K, 25K and 11K routes featuring lakeside loops and ridge climbs. Limited to 400 runners, this spring trail event delivers rugged scenery and fun for all abilities.

Take on the 6 Hours of Power at John Bryan State Park on May 9, 2026. Run as many 5K loops as you can in six hours on scenic trail and mixed terrain, with aid at the start finish for a fun, competitive endurance challenge.

Run the trails at Caesar Creek State Park on May 23 to 24, 2026 with the Wolf Pack series. Choose from a scenic half marathon, 10K, 5K, relay or a 6 hour endurance challenge on mixed terrain with aid stations and medals.

Mohican Trail Run in late May offers 100 mile, 50 mile and marathon races through scenic single track and dirt roads in Mohican Memorial State Forest near Loudonville Ohio. Expect rugged trails, hearty aid stations and a classic ultramarath..

Hit the scenic trails around Hargus Lake at A.W. Marion State Park on May 30 and 31. Choose a half marathon, 10K, 5K, a timed six hour endurance event or a 20K relay for a fun, rewarding weekend of trail running.

Hit the trails at Alum Creek State Park on June 6, 2026 for a day of racing with half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay, 6 Hours of Power and a season Pack Pass. Scenic mixed terrain, looped courses, finisher medals and season points make it a m..