Shaker Lakes Hike & Run
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk · 10k Run · 1 Mile Run/Walk & more
From the 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 Shaker Heights Historical Society
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
75°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland Burke Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cleveland, OH
Population
367,523
as of 2023
Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Days to train
- Race
- Shaker Lakes Hike & Run
- Date
- September 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Shaker Lakes Hike & Run?
- Shaker Lakes Hike & Run is a running race held in Cleveland, Ohio on September 13, 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 Shaker Lakes Hike & Run?
- Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio at 2600 South Park Boulevard, Cleveland, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Shaker Lakes Hike & Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Shaker Lakes Hike & Run
Sep 13, 2026