Buckeye Trail 2026 — Brecksville, OH

Date
June 28, 2026
Location
Brecksville, OH
Venue
Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$70.00 – $100.00
Events
Buckeye Trail 50k, Buckeye Trail 25k
Includes
Giveaway
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The Buckeye Trail hosts a 50K ultra and 5K trail running event on June 28, 2026, in Brecksville, Ohio. The race starts at 7:00 AM from Oak Grove Picnic Area within Brecksville Reservation. Entry fees range from $70 to $100 depending on the distance. If you're running the ultra, plan to arrive early to settle into the area and prepare for a full day on the trails. The 5K option works well for those looking for a shorter trail experience. Brecksville Reservation offers trail infrastructure, so check locally for nearby lodging options within reasonable driving distance of Oak Grove Picnic Area. Early registration is recommended given the entry fee range and typical ultra-race logistics.

From the Race Organizer
25K DISTANCE! Point to Point from Pine Lane to Oak Grove – Experience the same trails as the 50k! The Buckeye Trail 50k was started in 1994 as Joe Jurczyk’s informal birthday run/race. Joe has been running the Buckeye Trail since his college days – which predates the CVNP. The original course was an out and back starting at Oak Grove and going south to Pine Lane. It also included segments to Brecksville Road (the first course was actually longer than 50k!) The out and back course enabled all participants to see every other participant at some point along the course. While the park systems mature and routes are changed to incorporate many different needs, the allure of the Buckeye Trail 50k remains. In the first year, the event had thirteen finishers with Steve Godale and Mark Godale, both running their first ultramarathon, finishing together in first place in 5:12:18. As trail running has become more popular, so has the race. As one of the first ultras in Ohio and now in its 32nd year, the Buckeye Trail 50k is recognized as the oldest trail 50k in the state of Ohio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Buckeye Trail 2026 — Brecksville, OH?

Buckeye Trail 2026 — Brecksville, OH takes place on June 28, 2026. The race is held in Brecksville, Ohio.

Where is Buckeye Trail 2026 — Brecksville, OH held?

Buckeye Trail 2026 — Brecksville, OH is held at Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation in Brecksville, Ohio.

Where can I find hotels near Buckeye Trail 2026 — Brecksville, OH?

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