Buckeye Trail
- Date Sat 28th June 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Brecksville, Ohio
- Price $98.30
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating journey through nature at the Buckeye Trail 50k, taking place on Saturday, June 28th, 2025, in the picturesque Brecksville, Cuyahoga. This iconic ultramarathon, which began in 1994 as a casual birthday run for Joe Jurczyk, has evolved into a celebrated event that attracts trail running enthusiasts from far and wide.
Participants will experience the stunning beauty of the Buckeye Trail, which offers an exciting 50k course that showcases the diverse landscapes of the area. As Ohio's oldest trail 50k, this race not only provides a challenging route but also fosters a vibrant community spirit, allowing runners to connect and cheer each other on throughout the course. Join in the adventure and be part of a trail running tradition that continues to inspire both new and seasoned runners alike!
Participants will experience the stunning beauty of the Buckeye Trail, which offers an exciting 50k course that showcases the diverse landscapes of the area. As Ohio's oldest trail 50k, this race not only provides a challenging route but also fosters a vibrant community spirit, allowing runners to connect and cheer each other on throughout the course. Join in the adventure and be part of a trail running tradition that continues to inspire both new and seasoned runners alike!
Organiser's Description
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.
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.
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