Ohio
Ohio Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Ohio for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 83 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Ohio below and join the trail community at these great events!
December 2026
A trail half marathon of about 13.5 miles at John Bryan State Park in Yellow Springs, Ohio. ORRRC members run free; non-members ages 15+ pay $10. The race uses timing chips, aid stations, and relies on volunteer support.
Trail runs at Oakes Quarry Park in Fairborn on December 26, 2026, with a 1.55-mile fun run plus 5K, 10K, and 15K on marked trails.
January 2027
Night Owl Trail races at Caesar Creek State Park on January 9, 2027 offer marathon, half marathon and 10K on single track trails with mandatory lights and stocked aid stations.
Two 5K trail races at Stratford Ecological Center in January 2027, run mainly on nature trails with some crushed gravel and single race or combined series entry options.
A 6 hour trail challenge on private 2.5 mile loops at Uncle Doug's Training Complex in Wooster, OH; entry includes a hooded sweatshirt and chip timing, with proceeds to Camp Nuhop.
A four hour trail event at Silver Springs Park where participants complete as many two mile loops as possible, with awards and series points.
Two winter trail races at Alum Creek State Park on January 24 and February 21, 2027, offering 10K to 50K distances and a limited Trail Package for series registrants.
February 2027
Trail running and rucking in Richfield on February 20, 2027, with 5 km and 5 mile options, on-site perks, awards, and virtual entries with mailed goodies.
Winter trail races of 15K and 8K at North Chagrin Reservation on Feb 20 2027 with a heated shelter, fireplace and a hot chocolate bar.
Trail races at Lake Hope State Park with a 13.1-mile and a 5-mile singletrack course through Zaleski State Forest, wooden finisher awards and post-race food.
March 2027
A last person standing backyard ultra on a measured 4.1667 mile 6.706 km loop in Lucasville, Ohio, with runners repeating the loop each hour until one finishes alone.
Trail event in Fairview Park offering 13K and 5K routes with a single track pine section called Little Oregon, chip timing, hoodies, and age group awards.
Trail 10K and half marathon on the hiking and bridle trails of Brecksville Reservation, March 20, 2027; hikers welcome for the 10K.
Get Lucky 50/50 in Canal Fulton OH offers 25K, 50K and 50 mile out-and-back runs on the Ohio Erie Canal Towpath Trail with aid stations and a 14 hour limit.
April 2027
Multi distance timed trail event at Majestic Farm in Batavia OH with 48, 24, 12 and 8 hour races, a 12 hour ruck division, AWD categories and a cupless format.
Trail races at Alum Creek State Park on April 3, 2027 offering 6K, 10K, 20K and 50K over alternating loops on the Rocks and Roots Trail.
A team relay in Chillicothe, Ohio on April 16 and 17, 2027 featuring trail running and fundraising for teen drug prevention.
Trail event at Alum Creek State Park on April 17, 2027 with a half marathon, 15K, 10K, 5K, a 20K relay, and a six hour endurance option.
A 5K trail race at Camp Manatoc on April 18, 2027 honoring an Eagle Scout, with a beanie for participants and proceeds supporting camp financial aid.
A two day community event April 23 and 24, 2027 featuring seven races and activities, with ten dollars from each individual registration directed to a chosen charity or student group.