Trail Running Calendar Ohio 2026-2027

Run the inaugural Akron Trail Marathon on July 11, choosing marathon, half marathon, or 10 K on scenic Towpath Trail and Summit Metro Parks past waterfalls, locks, and overlooks. Expect hilly single track and summer heat so bring hydration.

Join the 20th Burning River Endurance Runs & Relay in Cuyahoga Falls on July 25 and 26, 2026 for solo ultras, a marathon and an 8 person relay through scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Pick 100 mile, 50 mile or relay teams and support p..

Run the Dirt Days Trail Series at East Fork Lake State Park in Bethel OH, with 5.6 and 10.8 mile options. Tackle the scenic, densely wooded Backpack Trail, enjoy friendly competition, and pick a Trekker option for a more relaxed finish.

Run scenic, rugged trails in Cuyahoga Valley National Park with a 5 Mile or 10 Mile at Oak Hill Trail Head. Expect roots, steep climbs, a finisher's medal and swag while supporting the park as part of the Dirty Trail Series.

Run the Buckeye Ultra, a scenic road ultramarathon from Lake Erie to Wellsville offering 203 mile and 100 mile options each August. Tackle rolling hills, long flats and small town scenery, run self supported or with crew and earn a Buckeye..

Enjoy a scenic 10k trail run through Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park's prairies, forests and riparian corridors. Hosted by the volunteer Ohio River Road Runners Club, this friendly race offers chip timing, refreshments and age group awards.

Join the Powder Keg Trail Run at Carter Park in Kings Mills on August 22 for a scenic 3.5 mile Run or Walk suited to all paces. Enjoy river views, the Stairway to Heaven ascent, and support The Arts Alliance.

Run the Minnehaha 15k or 5k at Camp Manatoc on September 5, 2026, through scenic private camp trails past Minnehaha Falls. Part of the Dirty Trail Series, it welcomes hikers and dogs by permission and supports Camp Manatoc.

Tuscazoar Endurance Race offers trail ultramarathons on a scenic 25 mile loop at Camp Tuscazoar near Dover Ohio. Distances from 25 to 100 miles include night starts, rugged singletrack, aid stations, and buckle or medal finishes.

Leave No Trace at Camp Manatoc on Sept 5, 2026 features scenic single track trails through pine groves and past Minnehaha Falls with rolling hills and quick turns. Choose the half marathon, new 15k, or 5k and run or hike with your dog while..

Choose from 15 mile to 100 mile distances on a scenic looped course around William H. Harsha Lake, featuring singletrack, waterfall views and creek crossings. A challenging and rewarding ultra trail experience for adventurous runners.

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..

Hit the trails at Tar Hollow for YOTE on Sep 19 2026, with 50K, 25K, 10K and a youth 10K on a fresh new course. Expect technical singletrack, finisher shirts and competitive awards for top finishers.

Celebrate the newly designated Buckeye Trail at West Branch State Park with scenic lakefront runs on Sept 19, 2026. Choose marathon, half marathon, or the new 10k and enjoy a triblend tee and finisher medal in support of local trails.

Enjoy the scenic ORRRC Stillwater 7 Miler in Covington, Ohio, a two loop trail run with river crossings and varied prairie terrain. Friendly nonprofit event with chip timing and finisher awards for a relaxed fall challenge.

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.

Run through pasture fields, woods and country roads at the Charm Field & Trail Challenge in Millersburg, Ohio on October 3. Choose a 5k or the timed kids fun run, then enjoy Charm Days with food, a pony parade and auctions.

Explore Shawnee State Forest on rugged trails at the Shawnee Trail Runs in West Portsmouth, Ohio. Choose from a challenging 54 mile ultra, a tough 50K, or a hilly 13.1 mile through remote wilderness and scenic backpack trail sections.

Join the third annual Meecheway 5K Trail Color Run in Defiance on October 10 for a fun, colorful trail run that supports Black Swamp Area Council Scouting programs. Enjoy a race shirt, treats and friendly competition for all ages.

Join Run with Heart in Urbana on Saturday October 10, 2026 for a scenic community 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run or Walk, or a virtual option along the Simon Kenton Bike Path. Register by September 22 to receive a T shirt and goodie bag.