Trail Running Calendar Ohio 2026-2027

Experience Cincinnati's longest running ultra marathon through the scenic single track trails of Mt. Airy Forest. Choose between a 50K or 27K loop course featuring technical terrain and significant elevation changes.

Experience the autumn colors with a flat and non technical trail run through Secor and Wiregrass Metroparks. This event features 8 mile and 5K distances with a focus on sustainability and scenic park views.

The Fall Running Series - Peninsula, OH will take place in Peninsula on Tuesday 27 October 2026. You can run between 3 and 5 miles.

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.

Test your endurance at the North Chagrin Reservation with races ranging from a 5k to a 100k ultramarathon. Discover scenic forest trails featuring creek crossings and a unique knighting ceremony for long distance finishers.

The Viking Relays & Races offers a mix of timed endurance runs and fixed-distance relays on a 2-mile loop course in Cleveland's Rocky River Reservation. Choose from a 6-hour or 3-hour run, a 4-mile race, or team up for a relay. The course f..

Experience the rugged beauty of Burr Oak State Park on a course that is 90 percent trail. Choose between a full marathon loop or a point to point half marathon featuring creek crossings and rolling hills.

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 Day in The Park is a timed event on a flat, certified 1-mile loop in Miller Ecological Park. Choose the 24-hour challenge, aim for 100 miles, or try the new 6-hour option. It's organized by the women-led team at Empower Ultras.

Celebrate the season at the Turkey Trails in Toledo with a variety of distances from a Kids Dash to a Half Marathon. Enjoy chip timing, finisher medals, and post race treats in this themed community event.

Run or walk through the scenic prairies and woodlands of Shawnee Prairie Preserve at the Raptor Run 5K. Complete the course to meet live birds of prey ambassadors and support local wildlife programs.

Celebrate the season at Turkey Trails in Cincinnati with races ranging from a kids dash to a half marathon. Enjoy chip timed results finish line treats and custom medals for all participants at this family themed event.

Experience a two loop trail race through the North Chagrin Reservation. This season finale features scenic views of Squires Castle and Buttermilk Falls followed by a year end series party with food and awards.

Run through the scenic Bath Nature Preserve on a mixed-terrain loop course. Choose from a 50K, 25K, or 5 mile distance, with proceeds supporting the preserve. All finishers earn a distinctive medal.

Join over 900 participants for an expansive trail running event at Salt Fork Lodge. Choose from 50K, 20 mile, or 10 mile distances through the scenic wilderness of Kimbolton Ohio.

Experience 100 percent singletrack trail racing at East Fork State Park. These loop based races offer distances from a quarter marathon to a full marathon with full course support and finisher awards for all participants.

Celebrate the season at this holiday themed race in Toledo featuring timed 5k, 10k, and 15k distances. Families can enjoy a kids dash and untimed mile followed by festive treats and custom finisher medals.

Join the Ohio River Road Runners Club for a trail half marathon at John Bryan State Park. Enjoy a community atmosphere with chip timing and finisher awards for all who complete the course within the generous time limit.

Experience the only trail in Ohio built by runners at Alum Creek State Park. Choose from multiple distances across two winter race dates and earn unique medals or even a belt buckle for completing the double 50K challenge.