Lancaster
Trail Running Calendar near Lancaster 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Lancaster for 2026-2027! We've gathered 12 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A multi-distance trail race in Hocking Hills State Park on September 12, 2026 with options from 5K to 50K through Old Man's Cave, Cedar Falls and Ash Cave.
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.
Wildwoods on September 13, 2026 in Pataskala offers a 5K and a 1 Mile youth run on the Historic McGowan XC Course; participants receive a tee and bib, and proceeds benefit SWL Schools.
Second annual YOTE in Laurelville, OH offering 50K, 25K, 10K and youth 10K on a newly designed, mostly trail course with finisher T and awards.
Mud Factor Seriously Fun 5K mud and obstacle run at Honda Hills in Thornville, OH on September 19, 2026; all ages, waiver and photo ID required.
A two day festival in Shawnee Ohio on the Buckeye Trail featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, a 10 Mile Hike and a backpacking workshop. Events occur on mostly single track trail within the Wayne National Forest.
October 2026
Gravel Day in southeast Ohio on October 3, 2026 offers gravel rides 11 to 48 miles, new mountain bike routes, a 3.5 mile trail run, on-site camping, and a $1,500 fundraising commitment.
November 2026
June 2027
Trail races around Hargus Lake in Circleville, OH, offering looped distances from a 4.5 mile race to 12- and 24-hour solo and relay events.