Flusslauf Trail Run & Hike

Flusslauf Trail Run & Hike

Flusslauf Trail Run & Hike is a summer evening event at Bedford Reservation in Walton Hills, Ohio, held on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The event presents trail running, rucking, and hiking on a wooded route described in event materials as roughly seven miles and also listed as about 11 to 12 kilometers. The course crosses a shallow stream with water depth near 20 inches, requiring participants to pass through the crossing twice.

Event features include live German style music, a Biergarten at the finish area, finisher medals, a commemorative bierglas, and post event refreshments. The race is chip timed and offers overall and age group awards plus additional prize categories. Participant swag is listed as either runner socks or a hat.

A portion of event proceeds benefits Bike Cleveland. Organizers note a Bavarian theme with an invitation to wear traditional attire such as a dirndl. The event program also separates entries by activity and access; available options listed for the day are:

• 12K Run or Hike
• 1 Mile Run or Hike
• 1 Mile Ruck
• Fest Entry

Logistics such as registration, packet pick up, and awards are part of the event schedule. Exact start or finish times are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.