Little Oregon Trail Run

Cleveland, United States • 21 Mar 2026

Little Oregon Trail Run - Cleveland Metroparks

The Little Oregon Trail Run takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Cottonwood Picnic Area just south of South Mastick in Cleveland Metroparks. The event offers multiple course options:

  • 13K Trail Race
  • 5K Hike/Run
  • 13K Ruck
  • 5K Ruck
  • Kid's Fun Run (0.25 to 0.5 mi)

Course, logistics and event details

The trail includes a single-track section with rows of pine trees. The starting line is just south of the South Mastick Picnic Area. Parking is available at South Mastick Picnic Area and requires a short walk to the starting line. Packet pick-up is listed at Second Sole in Lakewood and at South Mastick on race day. Course maps are provided online for the 5K and the 13K routes.

The event is chip-timed and provides a hooded sweatshirt to participants (registrations placed after hoodie availability may be added to a re-order). Prizes include age-group and overall awards, with top male, female, and ruck awards noted. Kid's Fun Runners receive a sticker and a cookie. The organizers note variable weather in Northeast Ohio and list shelter locations in case of lightning: the South Mastick Golf Course building, the Stables, the pavilion, or participants' vehicles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 km
12k Ruck
12 km
12k Trail Race
5 km
5k Trail Race
5 km
5k Ruck
Kid's Fun Run (.25 to .5mi)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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