Trail Running calendar near Wooster 2026-2027

Night trail runs near Alum Creek Reservoir in Lewis Center, Ohio with looped options of 7K, 13K, 20K and 26K. The course uses LED markers, requires headlamps, and includes a finisher amenity and awards for top finishers.

A 5K cross country race at Penitentiary Glen Reservation in Willoughby on August 18, 2026. The course mixes grass fields and crushed limestone trails, with separate races for male and female competitors and open entry for kids and adults.

Endurance race on one of Cleveland's steepest hills where runners complete as many laps as possible within 1, 3, 6, or 12 hour limits. All registrations and donations go directly to cancer patients through the Nelson Family Foundation.

A festival-style trail event at Hemlock Creek Picnic Area with run, ruck and 1-mile options, a river crossing on the longer route, live German music and a biergarten. A portion of proceeds benefits Bike Cleveland.

Set in the hills of Tuscarawas County, the Tuscazoar endurance races use a 25 mile loop on mostly trail and offer 100, 75, 50 and 25 mile distances with day and night options, aid stations, cupless policy, and finish awards.

Experience a unique trail race at Camp Manatoc featuring technical single track paths normally closed to the public. Run the half marathon 15k or 5k distances through wooded terrain with special permission to bring your dog along.

Experience a scenic single track race through Mill Creek Park featuring waterfalls and historic landmarks. Choose between a 25K or 50K distance on a well marked course with an enthusiastic finish line celebration.

Support service members and their families at Reynoldsburg Civic Park. Choose between a 5k obstacle course with mud and walls or a stroller friendly paved 5k run through the park grounds.

A trail event at Richfield Heritage Preserve on September 13, 2026, offering 50K, half marathon and 10K distances on a 6 mile loop with natural trail features and aid stations.

Run through the forested trails of West Branch State Park on the newly designated Buckeye State Trail section. Choose between a full marathon half marathon or 10k while exploring oak forests and lakefront views in Ohio.

A community run/walk on September 19, 2026 at Stone Mad Pub in Cleveland featuring a chip timed 5K and a 1 mile walk, with age group awards, event T shirts, food, and a post race beer for those 21 and over.

Mud Factor returns to Honda Hills in Thornville, Ohio on September 19, 2026 offering a 5K mud and obstacle run with Kidz Family and adult waves; waivers and photo ID are required and a spectator fee applies.

A 12th annual 5K through Glacier Ridge Metro Park on September 19, 2026, presented by the Dublin Coffman Marching Band to raise funds for band students, with the band performing along the route.

Trail trail races at Freedom Hills Ministries on September 25, 2026 include 10K and 5K distances with chip timing and a 1 mile kids run. Medals for all finishers, age-group prizes, food and drinks; a 12-run challenge follows on September 26..

A five-event trail series in Cuyahoga Valley National Park with weekly themed Tuesday evening races from late September through October. Distances are 3 to 5 miles and the final event at Camp Butler is dog friendly.

A field and trail running event in Millersburg, Ohio on 10/03/2026 featuring a 5k and a 0.5 mile timed kids run, held the same day as Charm Days with food, a pony parade, auctions and local sales.

A community event at Forest Ridge Preserve featuring a chip timed 5K and a 1.5 mile self guided hike through the Chagrin River valley. Proceeds support the Moreland Hills Parks Commission and registrants by September 20 receive a commemorat..

WQMX 5KAY is the 8th annual 5K run with a one mile walk option at Rufener Hilltop Farms in Mogadore on October 3, 2026. Net proceeds support WQMX Bosom Buddies and age group medals are awarded.

Trail races at Alum Creek State Park on October 3, 2026 include a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay and a six hour timed event. Entrants receive a custom medal, bib, on-course aid and recorded results.

Experience the vibrant autumn foliage of Mohican State Park through a variety of trail races. Runners and hikers can enjoy rugged paths and forest scenery alongside their leashed dogs in Perrysville Ohio.