Into The Woods 5 Miler

Erie, United States • 6 Jun 2026

Into the Woods 5 Miler

The Into the Woods 5 Miler is a trail running event held at Asbury Woods. The race takes place across 234 acres of property, offering a variety of terrain for participants to navigate. The course consists of a combination of boardwalks, packed dirt trails, and single-track loops that travel through woods, wetlands, and fields.

This event is part of a larger trail run series hosted at the Nature Center. The 5-mile distance serves as the competitive mid-summer installment of the series. To support a family-friendly environment, the event includes specific amenities such as free childcare and a youth-focused run.

The following distances are available at the event:

  • 5 mile trail race
  • Kid's Run

Participants have the option to register for the single event or the entire series, which includes distances of 4 miles, 5 miles, and 6 miles. The 5-mile race is held in June and emphasizes testing fitness on the natural trail systems of the preserve. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 mi
5 Mile Trail Race
Kid's Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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