Trail Running calendar near South Columbus 2025-2026

Muddy Duck returns April 5, 2026 at Alum Creek State Park with 6K, 10K, 20K and 50K trail courses through rocks and roots. Expect rugged singletrack, a race shirt and finisher medal, and Ohio Challenge Series camaraderie so register early.

Find your distance at the Big Deal at Great Seal State Park on May 2, 2026. Options range from a youth 5k to a 100 mile ultra on a rugged single track 20 mile loop with big climbs and scenic views.

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..

Metahqua 24 offers a scenic 2.0 mile trail loop near Chillicothe, OH with options from a youth 2 miler and 10k to 24 hour solo or relay and a new 100 mile solo. Tackle runnable single track, rolling climbs, and an endurance friendly vibe.

Run scenic single track loops at Caesar Creek State Park in the Dawg Gone Long Run, with 50 Mile and 50k options, generous cutoffs and volunteer aid stations. Expect rolling trails, technical footing and a friendly cupless race atmosphere.

The Last Buckeye Standing is a backyard ultra at Alum Creek State Park where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one runner remains. Expect scenic reservoir trails with rolling climbs and night loops so bring a headlamp.