Groveport
Trail Running Calendar near Groveport 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Groveport for 2026-2027! We've gathered 22 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A cross country meet in Westerville, Ohio with youth races and an open adults two mile. Registration is free and individual registration is required; team tents and team uniforms are not permitted.
A Backyard Ultra at Alum Creek State Park where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until only one runner remains.
Multiple loop trail races in Lewis Center OH on August 8 2026, with 7K to 26K options, marked loops along Alum Creek Reservoir, finisher amenity and awards.
Trail runs at Alum Creek State Park offering morning Sun and night Moon events with loop distances from 7K to 26K and chip timing.
A 10 km trail race at Battelle Darby Creek Metropark near Galloway, OH. ORRRC members run free; non-members pay $10 for ages 15 and up while ages 14 and under are free.
An evening running event in Westerville with a 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run that raises funds for Westerville Education Challenge and highlights mental health resources and remembrance.
September 2026
A trail half marathon and 10K on the Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park near Lewis Center, Ohio. Tiered registration fees apply, packet pickup is available before and on race day, and the event has a no refund policy.
A benefit trail event at Sharon Woods Metro Park on September 12, 2026, raising funds so middle and high school students from Dwell Community Church can attend week long summer camps. Distances include a 5K, a one mile, and a free kids run.
A Spartan style endurance race in Hocking Hills covering over 4 miles with 20 plus obstacles, mud and water. Individual, group and 5 person team entries are available and the event is recommended for ages 15 and up.
Support service members and their families at Reynoldsburg Civic Park. Choose between a 5k obstacle course with mud and walls or a stroller friendly paved 5k run through the park grounds.
A trail event in Laurelville with 50K, 25K, 10K (now 7.3 miles) and a youth 10K, featuring a mostly trail 25k course and participant awards.
October 2026
Trail races at Alum Creek State Park on October 3, 2026 include a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay and a six hour timed event. Entrants receive a custom medal, bib, on-course aid and recorded results.
November 2026
Trail races on the Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park on November 1, 2026, offering 10K, 20K, and 50K distances with tiered registration fees and a no-refund, no-bib-transfer policy.
January 2027
Two trail races at Alum Creek State Park in January and February offer looped 10K-based courses with five distance options from 10K to 50K, aid stations, drop bag access, and a limited trail package for series registrants.