Trail Running calendar near West Portsmouth 2025-2026

Run the Bobcat Marathon or Half Marathon at Burr Oak Lodge in Glouster, Ohio, on scenic mostly trail terrain with rolling hills, creek crossings and stretches of the Buckeye Trail. Relax at the lodge after the race and take home a triblend..

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.

Join the 5Katie trail event at Meeks Mountain Trails to support pediatric cancer with WV Kids Cancer Crusaders. Choose from a fun 2K walk, 5K trail or 10K challenge and enjoy scenic single track trails, post race refreshments and community..

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..

Take on the Topo Trail Marathon at East Fork State Park on a scenic 6.55 mile singletrack loop, choosing Quarter, Half or Full distances. Chip timing, aid stations, a long sleeve race shirt and a finisher medal add extra race day perks.

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.

Hit scenic single track at the MMTA Crush Run in Hurricane WV with 10 mile, 5k and kids runs. Proceeds benefit the Meeks Mountain Trail Alliance and the finish has a bonfire, marshmallows and pizza.

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.

Vernal Equinox multi hour trail run March 27 to 29 at Majestic Farm in Batavia, Ohio offers 8 to 48 hour races and a Ruckers 12. Scenic 2 mile loop, cupless aid stations with hot food and shared stalls.

Run the Iron Furnace Trail Runs at Lake Hope State Park on April 4, 2026, choosing a rugged 13.1 mile or a punchy 5 mile course through scenic singletrack. Limited to 250 runners, every finisher earns a wooden award.

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.

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.

Hilly 5K trail run or walk through Red River Gorge on June 27, 2026, starting at Natural Bridge Campground in Slade, KY. See rock arch views, snag a tie dye shirt while supplies last, and enjoy awards, photos, food and music.

Run a scenic but rugged 13.1 mile trail through Red River Gorge from Natural Bridge Campground, with finisher medal, shirt, postrace BBQ and beer for 21 plus. Proceeds support local Search and Rescue teams.