Buckeye Trail
- Date Sun 29th June 2025
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Brecksville, Ohio
- Price $92.95 - $109.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the Buckeye Trail event on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley National Park, specifically in Brecksville, Ohio. This year introduces a brand-new 25K distance, perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers looking to challenge themselves on stunning, scenic trails. Participants will experience a point-to-point course from Pine Lane to Oak Grove, traversing the same breathtaking paths as the traditional 50K race.
Since its inception in 1994 as a casual birthday run, the Buckeye Trail 50K has evolved into Ohio's oldest trail 50K event, attracting trail enthusiasts from all over. With a rich history and a vibrant community spirit, runners can expect a supportive atmosphere while enjoying the beauty of nature. For the 25K race, convenient transportation options are available, including buses that will take participants from the Brecksville Municipal Lot to the start line, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or soaking in the camaraderie, the Buckeye Trail event promises an unforgettable day of adventure in the great outdoors!
Since its inception in 1994 as a casual birthday run, the Buckeye Trail 50K has evolved into Ohio's oldest trail 50K event, attracting trail enthusiasts from all over. With a rich history and a vibrant community spirit, runners can expect a supportive atmosphere while enjoying the beauty of nature. For the 25K race, convenient transportation options are available, including buses that will take participants from the Brecksville Municipal Lot to the start line, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or soaking in the camaraderie, the Buckeye Trail event promises an unforgettable day of adventure in the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
NEW 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 Jurczyks 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 518. 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.
25K TRANSPORTATION
* BUS TO START: 25k participants will park in the City of Brecksville Municipal Lot and take a bus to the start line at Pine Lane (buses begin loading at 6:15 A.M. and depart by 7:00 A.M.) Buses will transport finishers from Oak Grove back to the parking lot (last bus departs at 2:00 P.M.)
* DROP OFF AT PINE LANE: Participants may opt to be dropped off at Pine Lane between 7:00-7:30 A.M. (no parking or late dropoffs will be permitted)
* Bus or Drop Off option must be selected during registration.
The Buckeye Trail 50k was started in 1994 as Joe Jurczyks 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 518. 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.
25K TRANSPORTATION
* BUS TO START: 25k participants will park in the City of Brecksville Municipal Lot and take a bus to the start line at Pine Lane (buses begin loading at 6:15 A.M. and depart by 7:00 A.M.) Buses will transport finishers from Oak Grove back to the parking lot (last bus departs at 2:00 P.M.)
* DROP OFF AT PINE LANE: Participants may opt to be dropped off at Pine Lane between 7:00-7:30 A.M. (no parking or late dropoffs will be permitted)
* Bus or Drop Off option must be selected during registration.
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