The Shaker Lakes Hike & Run offers running and hiking options across three distances: 1 mile, 5 miles, and 6.2 miles. Held on September 13, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio, the event starts at 8:30 AM at Shaker Lakes, located at 2600 South Park Boulevard. Entry fees range from $22.50 to $45.00 depending on distance and registration timing. The multi-distance format makes it accessible to athletes at different fitness levels, from those seeking a shorter warm-up effort to those targeting a 10K effort. If you're traveling to Cleveland for this early-season fall race, you'll want accommodations close to the South Park Boulevard venue for an easy morning arrival.
From the Race Organizer
On Sunday, September 13, the Shaker Lakes Parklands will be filled with the energy and enthusiasm of runners, hikers and community members of all ages when the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes hosts its annual and always-popular Hike & Run event. We invite you to join the festivities! The price will increase on race day so sign up early! Well-behaved leashed dogs are allowed on hikes and runs if they stay near the back. What is the Hike & Run? Run: 5k or 10k road race with chip timing and awards on a beautiful course around Shaker Lakes. The 1 Mile Run/Walk will be chip-timed and use the streets the of the 5k/10k course Hike: Guided hikes in distances from 1 mile to 6 miles to explore our city and parks. Hike & Run Day Timeline 7:00 AM - Packet Pick Up and Registration Open 8:30 AM - 5k and 10k start 8:35 AM - 1 Mile Start 8:45 AM - Hikes begin 10:00 AM - Awards and prizes Awards $100 cash awards to the Top Overall Male and Female in the 5k and 10k. Cookie Medals to the Top 3 male and female in each age group in the 5k and 10k, and top 3 overall male and female in the 1-Mile. 100% of donations go to the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes! Thank you for supporting us and we look forward to seeing you on event day. Fundraising Incentives Setup is simple and easy: create your personal fundraising page during registration, then share with friends, family, and across social media to start raising funds that will support the Nature Center's mission! Raise $100 and we will refund your entry fee. Raise $250 and earn a Nature Center at Shaker Lakes hat or water bottle and refunded entry fee. Raise $500 and earn a Hike & Run sweatshirt, a hat or water bottle and refunded entry fee. Raise $1,000 and earn a pair of tickets to the annual Nature Center Benefit (Nature at Night), a Hike & Run sweatshirt, a hat or water bottle and refunded entry fee. Incentives earned for any fundraising levels after Wednesday, September 9 will be available after the race, by October 1. Participants will be contacted to arrange pick up. Special thanks to our partners: Cleveland Hiking Club and Rust Belt Riders
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 13.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cleveland, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Shaker Lakes Hike & Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH?
Shaker Lakes Hike & Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH takes place on September 13, 2026. The race is held in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where is Shaker Lakes Hike & Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH held?
Shaker Lakes Hike & Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH is held at 2600 South Park Boulevard in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where can I find hotels near Shaker Lakes Hike & Run 2026 — Cleveland, OH?
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