Buckeye Trail
- Date
- June 28, 2026
- Distance
- Buckeye Trail 50k · Buckeye Trail 25k
From the 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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brecksville, OH
Population
13,656
as of 2023
Elevation
886 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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20
Days to train
- Race
- Buckeye Trail
- Date
- June 28, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Buckeye Trail?
- Buckeye Trail is a running race held in Brecksville, Ohio on June 28, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Buckeye Trail?
- Sunday, June 28, 2026 in Brecksville, Ohio at Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation, Brecksville, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Buckeye Trail?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Buckeye Trail
Jun 28, 2026