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Happy Trails 5K

Name: Happy Trails 5K
Start: 2027-06-21
End: 2027-06-21
Location: Toledo

Toledo, United States • 21 Jun 2027

Happy Trails 5k

Happy Trails 5k takes place at Wildwood Metropark in Toledo and is presented by Dave's Running Shop in partnership with Metroparks Toledo. The event includes a 5k run and a one mile walk. Funds raised from the event go directly to support Metroparks Toledo and its work to maintain clean and safe natural parks.

The 5k course uses a mix of paved and unpaved trails through Wildwood Metropark. The one mile route is on paved trails and is described as family and stroller friendly.

Packet pickup is available at Dave's Running Shop, 5700 Monroe St, Sylvania, OH 43560 on June 19, 2026 from 3:30pm to 6:30pm. Race day packet pickup is at the Wildwood Metropark Metz Visitor Center on June 21 with access between 7:00am and 8:15am.

Event address: 5100 Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43615.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5k run on a course with paved and unpaved trails
1 mile walk on paved trails, family and stroller friendly

United States Ohio Toledo

Race information

Website

5 km

5k Run

1 Mile Walk

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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