Trail Running calendar near Waynesville 2026-2027

Experience an ultra trail race through the scenic forests and prairies of Germantown MetroPark. Runners can tackle the full 50k distance individually or join a two person relay team to navigate the hilly four loop course.

A farm based obstacle event with a 5K course and a 1 mile kids option, featuring over 20 obstacles, pumpkins, food trucks, and educational displays at South Plymouth Pumpkins in Washington Court House.

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Air Force Marathon at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, a Boston qualifying course that finishes at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. Choose from marathon, half, 10K, 5K..

YOTE on Sep 19, 2026 in Laurelville, OH offers 50K, 25K, 10K and a Youth 10K on a newly designed trail course where the 25K is mostly trail and the 50K repeats that route. Finishers receive a T and awards are given by gender and overall.

This 7-mile trail run at Stillwater Prairie Reserve features a two-loop course with river crossings. Organized by the volunteer-run ORRRC, it's free for members and offers a finisher's award for all. A low-cost, community-focused event.

Hit the trails at the Yeti Trail Run in Mount Airy Forest Cincinnati with 5K, 10K, half marathon and 30K options through meadows, woods and along a fossil creek. Finishers get medals, costumes are encouraged and walkers are welcome.

Shawnee Trail Runs near West Portsmouth, OH features 54 mile, 50K and 13.1 mile courses with substantial elevation gain and long remote sections. The 54 mile route includes a nine mile "Dark Side" through a hand maintained wilderness area.

Test your stamina in Dayton at this 12 hour endurance event. Run or ruck across a flat 2.7 mile loop consisting of grass and trail double track to earn your finisher medal.

Join the Run with Heart in Urbana for a 5K or 1 mile fun run along the Simon Kenton Bike Path starting at the Depot Coffeehouse.

This Halloween-themed run at Highland Banks Metro Park offers a spooky good time for all ages. Choose from a 1 Mile fun run, a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, all with custom shirts and medals. Enjoy chip timing, an after-party with a costume co..

The Little Rooster Run offers a weekend of trail events in Glencoe, Kentucky, from a kids' fun run to a 5K and the unique Mini Barnyard Ultra. This "last runner standing" format challenges participants on a 2-mile loop every half hour. Proc..

Take on the ORRRC Cross Country Trail 5k on the trails of Grant Park. This affordable event is free for ORRRC members and features chip timing, refreshments, and age group awards.

A trail running event in Chillicothe, OH featuring 7K and youth 7K options plus 12 hour solo and relay formats, full aid on each loop, scenic overlooks, and awards for individual and team finishers.

A 5K trail run at Shawnee Lookout Park that follows the Blue Jacket and Little Turtle loops, begins and ends at the Waterhole Meadow Shelter, and serves as the final Dirt Days Trail Series event with series points available.

This 5.7-mile trail run in Xenia is a community-focused event organized by the Ohio River Road Runners Club. Entry is free for members and youth, with a low fee for others. It features chip timing and awards across multiple age categories.

Two looped single track trail races in Mt. Airy Forest near downtown Cincinnati. The 50K repeats longer and shorter loops totaling 10,726 feet of elevation change while the 27K uses shorter loop repeats.

Experience a themed trail run through Cincinnati's French Shelter Park with options for a 5k or 10k distance. Participants enjoy costume contests and holiday activities while earning points toward a global series award.

Experience the Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park with a multi loop race through the woods. Choose between 10K, 20K, and 50K distances this autumn in Lewis Center.

Experience a scenic trail event at Caesar Creek State Park featuring wooded loops and lakefront views. Choose between 50K and 25K distances in traditional trail running or weighted rucking categories.

A timed ultrarunning event on November 7, 2026 at Miller Ecological Park in Lebanon Ohio, featuring a USTAF certified one mile loop and options for 6 hour, 24 hour, and a 100 mile finish.