Trail Races & Ultramarathons Near Columbus, OH
As of October 6, 2026, Crewable lists 17 upcoming trail races and ultramarathons near Columbus, OH from October 2026 to June 2027. The next is Mo Fall on October 10 in Perrysville, OH. Registration is open for 11.
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October 2026
8 racesThe Little Miami Trail Challenge @ John Bryan
Yellow Springs, OH6 hrHalf Marathon+3Open until Oct 11from $40Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
Columbus, OHMarathonHalf Marathon+2Open until Oct 16from $30
November 2026
5 racesDecember 2026
1 raceJanuary 2027
1 raceMay 2027
1 raceJune 2027
1 raceQuick answers
What is the next trail race or ultramarathon near Columbus, OH?
Mo Fall, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Perrysville, OH. Distances: Marathon, Half Marathon, 15K.
What is the closest trail race or ultramarathon to Columbus?
Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run in Columbus, OH, about 1 mile from Columbus, on October 17, 2026.
How many trail races and ultramarathons near Columbus, OH have open registration?
11 of the 17 list registration as open as of October 6, 2026, including Mo Fall, The Little Miami Trail Challenge @ John Bryan and Germantown Trail Races.
How many of the trail races near Columbus, OH are ultramarathons?
11 of the 17 are ultramarathons (longer than a marathon, or a backyard, timed or 200+ mile format). The other 6 are shorter races.
What is the busiest month for trail races and ultramarathons near Columbus, OH?
October 2026, with 8 of the 17. November 2026 follows with 5.
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