Scenic weekend getaways
Races where the views do some of the work—parks, waterfronts, mountains, and routes worth traveling for.
Upcoming races
Join the Wolf Pack for a multi-week trail series offering distances from 5K to 50K across stunning state and national parks.
Marathon · Half Marathon · 10K · 5K · 20K · 12 mi
4/18/2026 · Lewis Center, OH
Listed Dec 29, 2025
Join the WOLF PACK for trail races at Alum Creek State Park, offering distances from 5K to a 6-hour challenge amidst natural beauty and Ohio's largest inland beach.
5K · 10K · 15K · 9.3 mi
4/18/2026 · Fairborn, OH
Listed Mar 10, 2026
Explore Oakes Quarry Park on this scenic and challenging trail run, offering 5K, 10K, and 15K distances through limestone cliffs and wooded paths.
Enjoy a beautiful, flat 5k on paved paths through three scenic Dayton parks, perfect for a relaxed evening run with the ORRRC community.
Explore Ault Park's hidden trails on this 3.6-mile switchback course, featuring rolling terrain, historic paths, and a chance to win prizes.
Experience a unique race across two states and two iconic bridges, offering a scenic 10-Miler or a memorable 5K in Maysville, KY.
Explore lush forests and rolling terrain in this new trail 10k or half marathon, offering a balanced mix of natural beauty and enjoyable challenge in Cleveland Metroparks.
Run a unique point-to-point, net-downhill course on a converted rail trail in Northeast Ohio, offering 10, 15, or 20-mile distances perfect for spring marathon training.
Experience the Redbud Ride, offering scenic routes from 24 to 100 miles through beautiful London, KY, perfect for families, casual riders, and serious century enthusiasts.
5K · 15K · 9.3 mi · 0.6 mi
4/18/2026 · Greencastle, IN
Listed Feb 1, 2026
Experience the DINO Trail Run at DePauw Nature Park, offering stunning views and beginner-friendly crushed stone trails, perfect for a spring adventure.
Conquer challenging yet incredibly scenic 10K and 5K courses through Frederick County's beautiful farmland, featuring rolling hills and historic bridges.
Kick off spring with a refreshing 10K run through the beautiful Morton Arboretum, enjoying rolling trails, live music, and supporting tree conservation.
Kick off spring with the =PR= Spring Classic 10K in Ashburn, VA, offering beautiful neighborhood views and a chance to test your endurance.
5 mi · 5.3 mi · 10 Mile · 10 mi
4/19/2026 · Reston, VA
Listed Dec 11, 2019
Explore the beautiful singletrack trails of Lake Fairfax with great lake views and a few technical sections, all while supporting a local charity.
Experience a scenic and challenging 5K cross country race through the grapevines and hop yards of Red Shedman Brewery, capped off with a refreshing beverage.
Experience a challenging and scenic bike ride through the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina, with options for various distances and difficulty levels.
Run through beautiful spring meadows and gardens in this 5K, finishing with refreshing beer and live music.
Half Marathon · 6.5 mi · 5K · Marathon · 15 mi
4/18/2026 · Baldwinsville, NY
Listed Jan 12, 2015
Celebrate Earth Day with a scenic half marathon, 5K, or relay through Baldwinsville's rolling farmlands, featuring lake views, friendly locals, and a tree to plant, all while supporting local charities.
Kick off Labor Day 2026 with a scenic 5K or 10K starting at Philadelphia's iconic Rocky Steps, offering a fast course along historic streets and the Schuylkill River.
Run across the iconic Mackinac Bridge on Labor Day, enjoying breathtaking Great Lakes views in this unique, non-competitive 4.3-mile event.
Explore the beautiful Iola Winter Sports Club trails with options for a beginner-friendly 5k or a challenging 15k, complete with lung-busting climbs.
Half Marathon · 15K · 10K · 5K · Fun Run · 0.6 mi · Walk
4/18/2026 · Aiken, SC
Listed Nov 4, 2024
Celebrate spring with a trail half marathon, 15K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run at the beautiful Stable View equestrian facility, supporting conservation efforts.
Enjoy a scenic half marathon on beautifully groomed carriage roads in Minnewaska State Park, perfect for trail beginners, complete with baked goodies and supporting the park.
The Pine Line Marathon offers a range of distances from 5K to a full marathon, inviting runners to experience a scenic route in Medford, Wisconsin.