Burning River 100 Mile Endurance Run
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Burning River Endurance Run and Relay
The event takes place July 25-26, 2026 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, marking the 20th edition of the Burning River Endurance Run and Relay. Multiple solo distance events and a relay run on courses that travel through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks are included. The race headquarters is at the Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls.
Distances offered:
- 100 Mile
- 50 Mile
- Back Half 50 Mile
- Marathon
- 100 Mile 8 Person Relay
Course formats and routing are specified for each event. The 100 Mile and the 8 Person Relay use an out and back course between Cuyahoga Falls and Silver Springs Park. The 50 Mile is point to point from Cuyahoga Falls to Silver Springs Park. The Back Half 50 Mile runs point to point from Silver Springs Park to Cuyahoga Falls. The Marathon is point to point from Oak Hill to Silver Springs Park. Pacer registration is available; pacers may join 100 Mile runners at Mile 50 or may accompany 50 Mile runners and 100 Mile runners age 60 and over.
The 100 Mile race is a Western States qualifier and is part of the regional ultrarunning series. Awards recognize top overall finishers and age group placements across the distances. Cleveland Clinic Sports Medicine is the official medical provider for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
