Trail Running calendar near Wheeling 2026-2027

The Northside Nemesis is a free 30k foot race in Pittsburgh featuring a course that climbs 57 city staircases. This non-profit event welcomes donations to support its costs and benefit Riverview Park programming.

Out-and-back trail races of 25K, 50K and 50 miles from St. Helena Park along the Ohio Erie Canal Towpath Trail. The event features regular aid stations, a cupless policy, a 14 hour cutoff, awards and finisher medals.

Run or walk for a song at the Soles for Songs 5K. This flat out-and-back race on the scenic Panhandle Trail supports the South Hills Children's Choir. All participants are welcome, and early registrants get a t-shirt and goodie bag.

A community 5k event around Rotary Lake in Barnesville on March 28, 2026 featuring a partly paved, partly natural trail course, a kids fun run, post-event food, and handcrafted nature trophies.

A community fundraising 5K and walk in Pittsburgh supporting pulmonary hypertension research, featuring multiple age categories, kids runs and a virtual participation option.

Explore the rugged trails and dramatic coastal views of Deception Pass State Park. This event offers a half marathon and a 10K, both featuring technical terrain and iconic bridge crossings. Finish the day with a post-race celebration featur..

A half marathon and a 5K on the Yough River Trail in Elizabeth Township on April 18, 2026, with a flat crushed limestone course, medals for finishers, pacers in the half, and proceeds supporting trail maintenance.

A superhero themed 5K and 10K in Wheeling supporting Court Appointed Special Advocates. Flat paved out and back on the Wheeling Creek Rail Trail with family friendly atmosphere and costume recognition.

A 2026 nighttime trail run at Coopers Rock State Forest offering a 50 km and a half marathon over rocky, scenic trails with significant elevation, multiple aid stations, and a 250-runner combined entry cap.

A spring trail event at Brady's Run Park, the Tapped For Sap 25k+ follows an approx 16 mile loop with mixed single track and paved sections, about 2,300 feet of elevation, aid stations including maple syrup shots, and post race pancakes.

Trail hike and run in Summerfield, Ohio on OWBC’s 600 acre forest property, offering a 5K run or walk and a 10K run with technical single track, a suspension bridge, and refreshment stations.

A timed trail event at Valley Falls State Park offering 6 and 12 hour formats on a 5.25 mile loop with varied trail terrain, two aid stations, and on-site facilities. The event benefits the Innocent Lives Foundation.

A gnome themed trail race at Camp Tuscazoar with roughly 9 miles, 25k and 50k on single track and bridle trails. The course includes hidden gnomes to spot, staffed aid stations, cupless support, and a 10 hour cut off.

Explore the Glacier Ridge and North Country Trail system in Moraine State Park. Choose from a 50-mile ultramarathon, 50K, 20-mile trail run, or a five-person 50-mile relay. The out-and-back courses finish at McDanels Boat Launch.

Looped trail races at Settlers Cabin Park offering 50K, 25K, 8 Miler and 5K on the Last Trail Standing route started in reverse. Well marked trails, two aid stations, and finisher medals.

A 5K trail run and walk through the Norma Johnson Center trails near Dover, Ohio with parking and race-day registration at the adjoining Yellowbrick on 39. Awards and a door-prize drawing follow the event.

A multi-day trail ultramarathon at Brady's Run Park offering 100 mile, 100k, half marathon and several shorter events across May 29-31, 2026. The weekend includes relays, a pacer option, a Women in Ultrarunning program, and participant amen..

Eagle Up Ultra is a 24 hour race on a five mile loop at St. Helena Park in Canal Fulton, Ohio. Options include a new 25K, individual 24 hour entries, and relay teams aiming for 100 miles.

Weekend trail races at Salt Fork State Park featuring 50K, 20-mile, and two 10-mile events on a 10.4-mile loop. Awards and finisher swag are provided, and donations benefit Guernsey County Sheriff's Mounted Search and Rescue.

Laurel Highlands Ultra on June 13, 2026 in Ohiopyle PA features point to point 70.5 mile and 50K races plus relay options along the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. The event lists entry limits and includes a land acknowledgement.