Fall Running Series - Peninsula, OH

Fall Running Series : Peninsula, OH

The Fall Running Series is a sequence of five themed trail races held at different locations in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park from late September through October on Tuesday evenings. Events take place at Pine Hollow, Howe Meadow, Kendall Lake, Oak Hill, and Camp Butler. Distances for individual events range between 3 and 5 miles. A surprise twist for each race is kept secret until shortly before the start. Events are held regardless of weather.

Registration information is available for both a series package and single-event entries. The series package fee is $135.00 and individual event fees are $30.00 each. Registration opens February 16, 2026; the package registration closes August 29, 2026, and per-event registration remains open until the date of each event. Participants are advised to bring a flashlight or headlamp if they plan to walk or run at a moderate pace. Special permission has been granted to allow dogs for the final event at Camp Butler. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.