Buckeye Trail
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When is Buckeye Trail?
Buckeye Trail takes place on Sunday, June 28, 2026 in Brecksville, OH.
What distances does Buckeye Trail offer?
Buckeye Trail offers 2 events: Buckeye Trail 25k, Buckeye Trail 50k.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
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| Buckeye Trail 25k | 25.0 km | $70.00 | Register |
| Buckeye Trail 50k | 50.0 km | $90.00 | Register |
How much does Buckeye Trail cost?
Registration for Buckeye Trail starts at $100.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Buckeye Trail held?
Buckeye Trail is held in Brecksville, OH at Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation.
About Buckeye Trail
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 31st year, the Buckeye Trail 50k is recognized as the oldest trail 50k in the state of Ohio.
Refer Your Friends
For every participant you refer, you will receive a $5 refund up to the cost of your registration fee (minimum 3 referrals to receive a refund). After your registration is complete, you will be prompted to share your unique referral code with friends via email and social media.
25K Participant Guide
50K Participant Guide
Location
50K LOCATION
Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation
Valley Parkway (1.5 miles east of Brecksville Rd / US 21)
Brecksville, OH 44141
GPS coordinates for Oak Grove are 41.30853, -81.60176
25K LOCATION
DROPOFF AT PINE LANE
Pine Lane Trailhead (off Rt 303)
1281 Pine Lane
Peninsula, OH 44264
BUS TO START/PARKING
City of Brecksville Municipal Lot
9069 Brecksville Rd
Brecksville, OH 44141
Swag
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Triblend Tee and Finisher Medal
Endurance Athletes of the Year
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Participate in 4 events to qualify and have a chance to be an Ohio Endurance Athlete of the Year
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Qualifiers receive a trading card with your photo and Ohio Endurance Series race stats
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Series awards given for the Top 5 Overall, Top 1 Masters, Top 1 Grand Masters, Top 1 Senior Masters
Course
Click here to view the Buckeye Trail course maps.
Donations
Donations benefit the Crooked River Chapter of the Buckeye Trail Association.
Awards
Awards for each event:
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Top 3 Overall Male and Female
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Top 3 Male and Female in the following 5-year age groups:
19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & Over
More Information
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Buckeye Trail is part of the Ohio Endurance Series, featuring fully supported trail races of varying distance and difficulty in the best parks throughout Ohio.
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Visit our website to learn more about Western Reserve Racing and to view our race calendar.
Swag & Giveaways
Buckeye Trail 25k: Giveaway
Buckeye Trail 50k: Giveaway
From $100.00
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