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Rails to Trails

Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location
Painesville, OH
7250 Alexander Rd., 44077
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Run a historic rail trail, enjoy a net-downhill course, and earn post-race pancakes. A unique point-to-point adventure awaits.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Retrace a historic railway route at the Rails to Trails event, offering 10, 15, or 20-mile distances. This point-to-point, net-downhill adventure transforms old train tracks into a scenic path through Northeast Ohio, perfect for those training for a spring marathon or half-marathon. Enjoy chip-timed racing, a finisher medal, and a celebratory post-race pancake feast. With convenient bus transport to your starting point, focus on the unique journey and the beauty of the trail.

What to expect

  • Run a point-to-point course on a converted rail trail, transitioning to a paved bike path.
  • Enjoy a net-downhill profile, ideal for a strong finish.
  • Celebrate with post-race pancakes and age group awards at the finish line.

Standout details

  • Point-to-point net-downhill course
  • Historic rail trail route
  • Post-race pancakes
  • Bus transport to start

Perks & features

  • Awards
  • Chip Timed
  • Food & Drink
  • Medal
  • Shirt
  • Swag Included

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 10 Miles

    Sun, Apr 19, 8:30 AM EDT · From $51.14

    Opens Dec 10, 2025, 9:32 AM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 15 Miles

    Sun, Apr 19, 8:00 AM EDT · From $56.48

    Opens Dec 10, 2025, 9:32 AM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 20 Miles

    Sun, Apr 19, 7:30 AM EDT · From $61.81

    Opens Dec 10, 2025, 9:32 AM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

Vibe Check

Push Potential

Mixed surface + hills

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Mixed
  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Rails to Trails 10 • 15 • 20 Miler

Once upon a time, trains rumbled along these tracks, carrying passengers and freight through Geauga and Lake Counties. Today, runners get to retrace that historic route, trading steel wheels for running shoes on a point‑to‑point net-downhill adventure that celebrates the spirit of the railway and the beauty of Northeast Ohio. It is a great race for those training for a spring half-marathon or marathon.

The Race

Choose your distance: 20, 15, or 10 miles along the converted rail trail to paved bike path.

Registration includes : Chip timed race, finisher medal, race shirt, and pancakes! All races finish at the Lake Metroparks Environmental Learning Center in Concord Township, where the post-race age group awards and pancakes await! Runners park at the finish line and ride the bus or get dropped at their starting point.

Start Lines & Times

20 Miles – 7:30 AM at Headwaters Park / Rt 608 (Huntsburg, OH) 15 Miles – 8:00 AM at Chardon Troy Road Crossing (Waterstop #2) 10 Miles – 8:30 AM at the Chardon bike path near Key Bank (220 Center St)

Finish Line Celebration

Location: Lake Metroparks Environmental Learning Center / Jordan Creek Park (7250 Alexander Rd, Concord Twp., OH 44077) Time Limit: 5 hours Parking: Available at the finish line. (Note: Parking is available at start areas, but no return transportation is provided .) Post‑Race Pancakes : Stack your plate high with pancakes inside the Environmental Learning Center — you’ve earned it!

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