Conquer the Castle

Conquer the Castle

Conquer the Castle is a trail race taking place on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The event is located at the AB Williams Memorial Woods in the North Chagrin Reservation, part of the Cleveland Metroparks in Ohio. The start/finish area is at the Forest Picnic Area in Mayfield.

Participants can choose from several running and rucking distances, including a 5k, 10 mile, 20 mile, 50k, and 100k. There are also ruck versions for the 10-mile and 20-mile distances. An afternoon session offers 10-mile and 20-mile events. The 100k race has an optional pacer category requiring a waiver.

Registration includes a custom unisex race shirt, a finisher medal, a race bib, chip timing, stocked aid stations, and post-race snacks. Awards are given to the top three female and male finishers in each distance. Finishers of the 100k distance receive a belt buckle. An optional 'Be Knighted' ceremony is included for all distances except the 5k.

Packet pickup is available on Friday, November 6th, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM at 2nd Sole in Lakewood, Ohio. On race day, packet pickup opens at 4:00 AM at the race site. Participants starting loops after 3:00 PM are required to carry a headlamp or light source. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.