5K Races in Oh

Browse 62 5k trail running and hiking routes in Oh. Distance range: 2.5 mi to 3.7 mi. Elevation gain: 11 ft to 727 ft. Each route includes terrain analysis, elevation profiles, and pacing recommendations.

Key Takeaways

Total Routes

Races / Routes

3 / 59

Distance Range

2.5 mi - 3.7 mi

Elevation Range

11 ft - 727 ft

Surface Type

100% Trail

Route Name	Location	Distance	Elevation Gain	Type	Race Date
Buckeye Trail: Wolf Run Section	OH	2.6 mi	193 ft	race	—
Boston Run Trail	OH	3.2 mi	234 ft	race	—
Salt Run Trail	OH	3.4 mi	442 ft	race	—
Big Bluestem Trail	OH	2.5 mi	76 ft	route	—
Cemetery Ridge Trail	OH	2.5 mi	424 ft	route	—
Buckeye Trail: North Chagrin Section	OH	2.5 mi	168 ft	route	—
South Park Trail	OH	2.5 mi	133 ft	route	—
Marie Hickey and Oak Knob Trail	OH	2.5 mi	274 ft	route	—
Airplane Rock Bridle Trail	OH	2.5 mi	210 ft	route	—
"E" Trail McFarlan Woods Segment	OH	2.5 mi	293 ft	route	—
Ridge Trail (Silver)	OH	2.6 mi	21 ft	route	—
Ferns and Lakes Trail	OH	2.6 mi	22 ft	route	—
Perkins Trail	OH	2.6 mi	409 ft	route	—
West Branch Trail: Fulton Rd to Covered Bridge Park	OH	2.6 mi	15 ft	route	—
Fort Trail	OH	2.6 mi	399 ft	route	—
Lake Milton Trail	OH	2.6 mi	78 ft	route	—
Lake to Lake Trail	OH	2.6 mi	43 ft	route	—
Rockhouse Trail	OH	2.6 mi	103 ft	route	—
B Trail (Ponderosa Trail)	OH	2.7 mi	194 ft	route	—
Multi-purpose Trail	OH	2.7 mi	39 ft	route	—
Queer Ridge Trail	OH	2.7 mi	42 ft	route	—
Shared-use Trail	OH	2.7 mi	37 ft	route	—
Hickory Trail	OH	2.7 mi	21 ft	route	—
Bridgeway Trail	OH	2.7 mi	11 ft	route	—
Hopewell Trail Loop	OH	2.7 mi	25 ft	route	—
Pioneer Bridle Trail	OH	2.7 mi	203 ft	route	—
Thunderbunny Trail	OH	2.7 mi	192 ft	route	—
Valley Link Trail	OH	2.8 mi	109 ft	route	—
Grass Birding Trail	OH	2.8 mi	19 ft	route	—
Yellow Loop	OH	2.8 mi	121 ft	route	—
Copperhead Trail	OH	2.8 mi	425 ft	route	—
Rabbit Run Loop Trail	OH	2.8 mi	265 ft	route	—
Red Trillium Trail	OH	2.8 mi	705 ft	route	—
Tree Farm Trail	OH	2.9 mi	93 ft	route	—
Hollow Point Trail	OH	3.0 mi	207 ft	route	—
Middle Branch Trail	OH	3.0 mi	—	route	—
3 Mile	OH	3.0 mi	156 ft	route	—
Mallard Perimeter Route	OH	3.0 mi	—	route	—
Orange Loop Trail	OH	3.0 mi	353 ft	route	—
Athens Trail	OH	3.1 mi	349 ft	route	—
Old Carriage Trail	OH	3.1 mi	279 ft	route	—
Gorge Overlook Trail	OH	3.1 mi	77 ft	route	—
Adam Run Trail	OH	3.1 mi	261 ft	route	—
Vondegreen Trail	OH	3.2 mi	450 ft	route	—
Gorge Trail	OH	3.2 mi	444 ft	route	—
Riding Run Trail	OH	3.2 mi	362 ft	route	—
Wild Turkey Trail	OH	3.2 mi	111 ft	route	—
Fifty Springs Loop	OH	3.4 mi	82 ft	route	—
Oak Leaf Loop Trail	OH	3.4 mi	215 ft	route	—
Harveysburg Loop	OH	3.4 mi	143 ft	route	—
Beaver City	OH	3.5 mi	172 ft	route	—
Hoggard Trail	OH	3.5 mi	247 ft	route	—
Buckhorn Trail	OH	3.5 mi	220 ft	route	—
Langes Run Trail	OH	3.5 mi	339 ft	route	—
Backpack/Bridle Trail	OH	3.6 mi	261 ft	route	—
Darby Creek Greenway Trail	OH	3.6 mi	66 ft	route	—
Campground Loop	OH	3.6 mi	103 ft	route	—
Orange Inner Loop Trail	OH	3.6 mi	138 ft	route	—
Zaleski Backpacking Trail - East	OH	3.7 mi	727 ft	route	—
Covered Bridge Trail	OH	3.7 mi	457 ft	route	—
A Loop	OH	3.7 mi	221 ft	route	—
Ross Hollow Hiking Trail	OH	3.7 mi	359 ft	route	—

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trail races are in Oh?

There are 3 organized races and 59 self-supported routes available in Oh.

What is a 5K race?

A 5K race is approximately 2.5 to 3.7 miles in distance.

What is the average elevation gain in Oh?

The average elevation gain is 214 feet, with routes ranging from 11 to 727 feet.

Can these 5k routes in Oh be used for hiking?

Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.

Are 5K races beginner-friendly?

5K race difficulty varies widely. Use the elevation gain and terrain analysis to assess each route. Races with lower elevation gain relative to distance and higher runnable percentages tend to be more beginner-accessible.

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