Shaker Lakes Hike & Run
When is Shaker Lakes Hike & Run?
Shaker Lakes Hike & Run takes place on Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Cleveland, OH.
What distances does Shaker Lakes Hike & Run offer?
Shaker Lakes Hike & Run offers 8 events: 2 Mile Shaker Historical Hike, 1 Mile Run/Walk, ADA Accessible 1-2 Mile Family Friendly Hike, 5k Run/Walk, 3.5 Mile Rim of the Gorge Hike, 5-6 Mile Gorge Hike, 6-Mile Lakes to Lake Hike, 10k Run.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Mile Shaker Historical Hike 30 spots left | 1.0 mi | $27.50 | Register |
| 1 Mile Run/Walk | 1.0 mi | $22.50 | Register |
| ADA Accessible 1-2 Mile Family Friendly Hike 35 spots left | 1.0 mi | $22.50 | Register |
| 5k Run/Walk | 3.1 mi | $27.50 | Register |
| 3.5 Mile Rim of the Gorge Hike 35 spots left | 3.5 mi | $27.50 | Register |
| 5-6 Mile Gorge Hike 30 spots left | 5.0 mi | $27.50 | Register |
| 6-Mile Lakes to Lake Hike 25 spots left | 6.0 mi | $27.50 | Register |
| 10k Run | 6.2 mi | $32.50 | Register |
How much does Shaker Lakes Hike & Run cost?
Registration for Shaker Lakes Hike & Run starts at $22.50. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Shaker Lakes Hike & Run held?
Shaker Lakes Hike & Run is held in Cleveland, OH at 2600 South Park Boulevard.
About Shaker Lakes Hike & Run
On Sunday, September 14, 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 10 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
Course Map
Paper Registration Form
Make checks payable to Run The Land & mail to:
Run the Land
18780 Rivercliff Dr, Fairview Park, Ohio 44126
Mailed entry forms must be received the Wednesday before race weekend.
Email Info@RunTheLand.com with questions.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Volunteering
Sunday, September 14 from 6:45am-12:00pm with 2 and 3 hour shifts available!
Volunteers are needed to assist with the Hike and Run!
Many of our volunteer positions start at 8:15am. Volunteer positions include hike sweeps (these volunteers walk behind the hikers, and keep the group together), route monitor volunteers, and water station volunteers. We also have other volunteer positions that start at 6:45am such as registration assistants and wayfinders.
If you are interested in volunteering, please complete this form.
Please check back for volunteering opportunities, or email volunteer@shakerlakes.org if you are interested in learning more!
Packet & T-Shirt Pickup Information
Packet pick-up:
Friday, September 12 at the Nature Center at Shaker Lake's Friend's Pavilion, 3-6 PM
Saturday, September 13 at Wine Spot 12-3 PM
Swag and Perks
Registrations after August 20 are not guaranteed the exact t-shirt size ordered, but we will do our best to accommodate. Registration packets picked up on race day morning, regardless if registered by August 20, are also not guaranteed the exact t-shirt size ordered.