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Burning River

Burning River is a trail running and running race on July 31 – August 1, 2027 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, with entry fees from $80 to $270.

Date
July 31 – August 1, 2027 (324 days to go)
Price
$80–$270
Sports
Trail RunningRunning

From the Organizer

2027 will mark the 21st Anniversary of the Burning River Endurance Run & Relay – an exciting 100M, 50M, and Marathon solo run and 100M relay in Northeast Ohio. The race travels through several of the region's most scenic areas, including Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks.

Events

100 Mile$270
50 Mile$160
Marathon$95
100 Mile 8 Person Relay$80
Back Half 50 Mile$160

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

82°

Typical Low

60°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Stow 4 Se, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:20 AMSunset 8:43 PMDaylight 14h 23m

Host City

About Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Population

50,864

as of 2023

City Elevation

1,056 ft

Nearest Airport

CAK

Akron Canton Regional Airport · 16 mi

Major Hub

CLE

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 26 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Burning River, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

324

Days to train

Race
Burning River
Date
July 31 – August 1, 2027

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From Endurance Grid

About These Sports

This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

Trail Running

Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Burning River?
Burning River is a trail running and running race held in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on July 31, 2027. 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 trail running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Burning River?
Saturday, July 31, 2027 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio at Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Burning River?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Burning River

Jul 31, 2027

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