Trail Running calendar near Waynesville 2026-2027

A 12 hour run and ruck on a 1.52 mile paved loop at Smith Park in Middletown, Ohio. Chip timing, a stocked aid station, weight rules for ruckers, and student crafted finisher awards for several distance milestones.

Test your endurance at this military inspired obstacle course featuring mud crawls and climbing walls. Supporting the Light Foundation, the event offers a 5k trail for adults and a dedicated race for children.

Support the Milan cross country team at the Indian Trails 5K in Indiana. This community fundraiser features both running and walking options for participants of all backgrounds.

Trail races at Oakes Quarry Park in Fairborn, Ohio offering 5K, 10K, and 15K on limestone cliffs and wooded trails; registration fees vary by distance and finishers receive a medal.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run at East Fork Motocross Park in New Vienna on August 2, 2026, featuring more than 18 obstacles. Open to participants aged seven and up who may run, jog or walk; the event emphasizes teamwork over competition.

Join this women only 5k mud run at East Fork Motocross Park for a day of obstacles and fun. Gather your team to crawl and climb through the mud in a supportive non competitive environment.

A two mile grass cross country meet in Mason Ohio on August 7 2026 with races for high school and open divisions. Registration opens February 3 2026 and the entry fee is $15.

An hourly backyard ultra at Alum Creek State Park where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop until only one completes an extra lap. Singletrack and grass ski paths include moderate climbs and may require headlamps for night loops.

Trail loops beside Alum Creek Reservoir in Lewis Center, Ohio on August 8. Options are 7K, 13K, 20K and 26K on a marked 4.1 mile loop with race shirts and finisher amenities.

A night trail running event in Lewis Center, OH along Alum Creek Reservoir with looped laps from 7K to 26K. Headlamps are required and the course is marked with LED lights.

A cross country 5K at Hagerstown High School featuring a double loop of steep hills on grass and dirt. Organized by WCC Challenge and benefitting Hagerstown High School Athletics, mid August heat can add to the effort.

A 5K trail race at Lost Creek Reserve in Troy Ohio on August 9 2026, part of the Miami County Park District Trail Run Challenge. Registration offers shirt and no shirt pricing and a Team Challenge is available.

A 10 km trail race at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park through prairies, fields and riparian forest. ORRRC members run free while non-members pay a modest fee; check-in with a timing chip is required and service dogs only are permitted.

The Guantlet 15K is a 9.3 mile trail race at Oakes Quarry Park in Fairborn, Ohio, running through limestone cliffs and wooded trails. Entry includes a finisher medal and a race shirt if registered by August 5.

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run in Glencoe, KY on August 16, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles and open to participants aged seven and up. Participants may run, jog, or walk the course with an emphasis on teamwork and fun.

Powder Keg at Carter Park in Kings Mills, Ohio on August 22, 2026 features a roughly 3.5 mile trail loop along the Little Miami River with an old road, an old dam, and a stair climb. Online registration only, fee $23.50.

Trail races at Mt. Airy Forest in Cincinnati include 5K, 10K, a 13.1 Miles half marathon and 30K. Finishers get medals, half marathon and 30K include shirts, and the event awards series points across the ATR season.

A trail race at Oakes Quarry Park in Fairborn, Ohio offering 5K, 10K and 15K courses through limestone cliffs and wooded trails. Finishers receive a medal and overall winners in each distance receive a special award.

An adventure race at East Fork State Park where solo competitors or teams trek, bike, and paddle to collect checkpoints using map and compass. Timed 6 hour and 12 hour formats are USARA sanctioned and include boat rental options.

Experience the fourth annual aMAZing 5k trail run at the Garber Nature Center. This event supports the Preble County Park District and offers awards for top finishers across multiple age categories.