Trail Running calendar near Wheeling 2026-2027

Trail races through Duff Park and Pleasant Valley Park in Murrysville, PA, featuring single track, water crossings, natural obstacles, and varied elevation. Two distance options are offered: 10K and 20K.

Experience a unique night run on a flat 5k trail course in Apollo. Carry a light to guide your way on this out and back route and enjoy shuttled transport from the designated parking area.

A four-week Wednesday evening cross-country series at Ward Athletic Complex in Columbiana with chip-timed 3K and 5K races, weekly registration of $10 or $40 for all four weeks, and awards across multiple age divisions.

Rattlerock Ultra in Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown WV offers 50k and 25k on a 7.9 mile loop. The 50k includes almost 6,000 feet of climb across rocky, technical trails with multiple aid stations and drop bags.

Two days at Brady's Run Park offering a 5K trail, a 4-hour multi-lap challenge, and both open and competitive 2-mile obstacle course formats with wooden finisher medals and prize awards.

An inaugural 4 mile event on July 31, 2026 at Iron Horse Trail in Alliance, Ohio, with in-person and virtual 4 mile options. Registration runs March 28 to July 24 with a $35 fee and includes a bib, shirt, and medal.

A combined trail running and equestrian endurance event in Burgettstown, PA offering 10k, half marathon, 50k and 50 mile options on single track, gravel and meadow terrain, with AERC sanctioning for riders.

Experience the ultimate test of versatility at North Park with road and trail races. Choose a single discipline or tackle the combined challenge across the scenic lakefront and wooded switchbacks of Pennsylvania.

A Last Runner Standing backyard ultra on a family farm in Glenmont, OH, featuring trails under old growth timber and free camping and parking. The 2026 event is the eighth hosting and registration closes July 31.

A 5K Run and Walk on a private airfield runway in Malvern, Ohio. The course uses hard packed grass, is managed by Run to You Racing, and has registration April 1 to June 15 with a $25 fee.

A timed *5K* at Moraine State Park that runs from Pleasant Valley Beach onto the Sunken Garden Trail. Part of the Moraine Regatta, the day includes vendors, water sports, a commemorative shirt, and age-group awards.

Trail Appalachians is a team trail relay at Big Bear Camplands near Big Bear Lake in Bruceton Mills, WV on August 7 and 8, 2026. Teams run three forested loops totaling 117 miles with on-site camping, live music, and festival amenities.

A cross country 5K and a 0.5 mile kids fun run at South Range High School in Canfield Ohio with finisher medals, event shirts, and awards for top overall and age group finishers.

The Ultimate Zelie Challenge will take place in Zelienople from Monday 10 August 2026 to Sunday 23 August 2026. You can run 1 hours.

Free trail races at Valley Falls State Park on August 22, 2026 offering multiple distances, a single aid station by the parking area, available race shirts, and small finisher giveaways.

A point-to-point 50-mile ultramarathon on the Baker Trail covering the northern section with about 6,200 feet of climb. Individual and relay entries are offered and free training runs are scheduled before the race.

A college alumni running day at St. Vincent College on August 29, 2026 featuring a 5K, a new 1.6 mile option, and a free quarter mile Kids Fun Run. Registration fees vary and additional donations are welcome.

A multi distance trail endurance event at Camp Tuscazoar in Dover OH featuring a 25 mile loop, night run options, cupless aid stations, pacer rules for the longest distances, and awards including belt buckles and medals.

Muddy Dash in Pittsburgh is a family friendly mud run 5K at Switchback MX with obstacles, mud pits, slides, a pre party and an after party with music and food. Packet pickup is available the day before and spectators enter free.

A trail race at Montour Woods near Coraopolis offering a Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and 50K on twisty singletrack with notable elevation gain, aid stations roughly every 3-4 miles, and proceeds supporting the Hollow Oak Land Trust.