Trail Running calendar near Zanesfield 2026-2027

Experience one of the nation’s oldest ultra-marathons through the 5,000-acre Mohican Memorial State Forest. This event offers 100-mile, 50-mile, and marathon distances and serves as a qualifier for the Western States 100.

The Hargus Lake Trail Race offers trail running through the scenic woodlands and along the lake shore at A.W. Marion State Park. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a timed 6-hour event. All races take place on May 30,..

Experience a trail run through the Liberty-Benton Schools campus in Findlay. This family event features a timed 5k race and a 1 mile kids run with awards for various age groups and medals for young participants.

Metahqua 24 returns to Chillicothe with trail races from a 2-mile youth run to a 100-mile solo challenge. The event features a scenic 2-mile loop course with a mix of single track and grassy trails. Off-site parking with a shuttle is provid..

Experience a trail race along the largest inland beach in Ohio at Alum Creek State Park. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon or join a relay team to run through scenic shale cliffs.

This adaptive trail race at Russ Nature Reserve welcomes all abilities with a choice of 1-mile, 2-mile, or 5K distances. It's free for ORRRC members and youth 14 & under, or $10 for others. A rolling start allows flexible arrival times.

Experience a scenic trail run through the limestone cliffs and wooded paths of Oakes Quarry Park. Choose between 5k, 10k, and 15k distances and earn a finisher medal at this Fairborn event.

This 5K trail race takes place at Possum Creek Metropark on a course with varied surfaces and minimal elevation change. It's a low-cost, community-focused event organized by the all-volunteer Ohio River Road Runners Club. Registration is fr..

Run through the woods at night on the single-track trails of Caesar Creek State Park. Choose from marathon, half marathon, or 10K distances in this cupless, gear-mandatory race. Finishers earn a glowing owl medal, with awards for top perfor..

Support student athletes at this family friendly 3 mile obstacle course featuring over 12 challenges. Enjoy a vibrant fan zone with local vendors and finisher medals for all participants.

Run a 13.5-mile trail course starting from John Bryan State Park in Yellow Springs. This club event is free for ORRRC members and just $10 for others, offering chip timing and refreshments. The first 200 finishers get an award.

Experience an intense obstacle course race in Zanesfield featuring two different distances and over 25 obstacles. Complete multiple courses to earn special medals while navigating mud and terrain in the heart of Ohio.

Experience a mission oriented obstacle course race in Southern Ohio featuring explosive effects and a live fire range. Tackle a 1.5 mile military style challenge and a 3k speed course with massive 350 foot water slides.

Test your navigation skills at this orienteering event in Camden Ohio. Use a map and compass to find checkpoints across various course levels through woodland trails in any weather condition.

Looped trail ultras at Caesar Creek State Park with 50k and 50 mile options on single-track trails. The cupless event has two manned aid stations, drop bag support at the visitor center, and a 14.5 hour cutoff.

Experience the scenic Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park with a family friendly 5k trail walk or a demanding 10k run featuring a famous stair climb finish. Join a community event supporting a healthy cancer preventative lifestyle.

Experience a trail run through Patricia Allyn Park in Springboro at this local 5k event. Enjoy a natural course with categories for all ages and special registration benefits for club members.

Join the Arch City XC Festival at Westerville North High School for a series of two mile cross country races ending inside the stadium. Categories are available for elementary, middle school, high school, and adult runners.

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.

Experience a 5k mud run and obstacle course at East Fork Motocross Park designed for women empowerment and supporting breast cancer awareness.