Head For The Hills!
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Moreland Hills, Ohio
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Head For The Hills event on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, nestled in the scenic beauty of Moreland Hills, Cuyahoga! This annual celebration showcases the stunning green spaces of the Chagrin River valley, including the 142-acre Forest Ridge Preserve. Participants can choose from a competitive 5K run or a leisurely 1.5-mile self-guided hike, making it a perfect day for both fitness enthusiasts and families alike. The 5K run kicks off at 9:00 am, providing a scenic challenge along the recently resurfaced Chagrin River Road, while the hike offers a chance to explore the diverse trails of Forest Ridge Preserve.
Not just a race, Head For The Hills is a community-focused event supporting the Moreland Hills Parks Commission, with registration fees and donations directly benefiting local park improvements. Enjoy giveaways, kids' activities, and the chance to win prizes for top finishers in various age groups. Come together with friends and family to celebrate the beauty of nature, support a great cause, and create lasting memories in Moreland Hills!
Not just a race, Head For The Hills is a community-focused event supporting the Moreland Hills Parks Commission, with registration fees and donations directly benefiting local park improvements. Enjoy giveaways, kids' activities, and the chance to win prizes for top finishers in various age groups. Come together with friends and family to celebrate the beauty of nature, support a great cause, and create lasting memories in Moreland Hills!
Organiser's Description
Show your support for Moreland Hills parks by joining us on October 4th in the heart of the Chagrin River valley for Head For The Hills 2025!
Moreland Hills is home to many of the areas most prized and pristine green spaces. These include the beautiful 142-acre Forest Ridge Preserve and the Lang Pavilion (where this event will take place), sections of Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation, U.S. President James A. Garfields cabin and birth site, and more. Registration fees and all donations benefit the non-profit Moreland Hills Parks Commission. This annual event provides the Parks Commission with its primary source of funds.
The Parks Commissions mission is to support preservation, improvements, and enjoyment of our local parks for all. Proceeds from last years Head For The Hills! event helped to provide new signage at Forest Ridge and procure materials for resurfacing and improving the parks trails. This year the Commission hopes to begin supporting the Village as it works toward replacing and repairing the parks picnic tables at the Lang Pavilion, installing new benches along the trail network and implementing various other improvements in the park. These initiatives will impact the thousands of community members who visit the park each year.
We are proud of our scenic, challenging and competitive 5K through the valley! But you dont have to be a runner to enjoy this event. Experience the trails of Forest Ridge Preserve on our 1.5 mile self-guided hike bring the whole family!
All participants in the 5K and hike will receive a special giveaway (to be announced soon!) and chances for other great prizes. 5K competitors have a chance to win overall and age group prizes. And for everyone, there will be free kids activities, crafts and more.
Come experience the beauty of the Chagrin River valley while supporting a great local cause at Head For The Hills 2025!
START TIMES
8:00 am Runner/Hiker registration and packet pickup
8:45 am CHAGRIN RIVER ROAD CLOSES
9:00 am 5K Run starts
9:00 am 1.5 mile hike start
9:00 am Kids activities start
10:00 am 5K awards announcement
TIMING SYSTEM
5K run MyLaps BibTag Chip timed
REGISTRATION
5K run $25.00 (Kids 6-15: $15.00)
1.5 Mile Hike $25.00 (Kids ages 6-15: $15.00)
All others No registration required (donations appreciated)
_ANY KIDS AGE 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE TO PARTICIPATE (GIVEAWAY NOT INCLUDED)_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
4:00-6:30 pm Friday, October 3, 2025
Fleet Feet
30679 Pinetree Blvd.
Pepper Pike, OH 44124
AWARDS
5K Run only
Top Overall Male & Female winners - $75 Fleet Feet gift cards. 2nd Overall Male & Female - $50 Fleet Feet gift cards
Plus, awards to top 3 Male and Female finishers in each age group:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
RUN/HIKE REGISTRANTS RECEIVE
Commemorative "Head for the Hills!" canvas tote bag!
Snacks and refreshments post-race
Chances for various other giveaways
Massage and stretching provided by Novacare Rehabilitation
RUN/HIKE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
5K Run
Challenge yourself on this scenic out and back course along beautiful Chagrin River Road (recently resurfaced for a smooth running experience!). Gently rolling hills, lovely homes and early fall colors welcome competitive racers and anyone seeking an enjoyable workout regardless of pace.
1.5-mile Hike
Traverses hills, ravines, and streams through the beautifully wooded and diverse trails in Forest Ridge Preserve. You can make the hike a self-guided experience at your own pace. Or you can join local educators / naturalists for a guided group experience to learn about the Forest Ridge natural ecosystem. Both options will be available for you to choose at the start of the event.
FAMILY AND SOCIAL EVENTS
Head For The Hills! Is about getting more people out to experience our fantastic parks. Bring the whole family and enjoy kids activities and crafts, and more. Or just hang out in the beautiful Lang Pavilion enjoying the warmth of the fireplace and meeting your Moreland Hills neighbors!
Start Time: 9:00am EDT
Price: Free to all (donations are appreciated)
MORE INFORMATION
Call Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933
*SORRY, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS RACE.
Moreland Hills is home to many of the areas most prized and pristine green spaces. These include the beautiful 142-acre Forest Ridge Preserve and the Lang Pavilion (where this event will take place), sections of Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation, U.S. President James A. Garfields cabin and birth site, and more. Registration fees and all donations benefit the non-profit Moreland Hills Parks Commission. This annual event provides the Parks Commission with its primary source of funds.
The Parks Commissions mission is to support preservation, improvements, and enjoyment of our local parks for all. Proceeds from last years Head For The Hills! event helped to provide new signage at Forest Ridge and procure materials for resurfacing and improving the parks trails. This year the Commission hopes to begin supporting the Village as it works toward replacing and repairing the parks picnic tables at the Lang Pavilion, installing new benches along the trail network and implementing various other improvements in the park. These initiatives will impact the thousands of community members who visit the park each year.
We are proud of our scenic, challenging and competitive 5K through the valley! But you dont have to be a runner to enjoy this event. Experience the trails of Forest Ridge Preserve on our 1.5 mile self-guided hike bring the whole family!
All participants in the 5K and hike will receive a special giveaway (to be announced soon!) and chances for other great prizes. 5K competitors have a chance to win overall and age group prizes. And for everyone, there will be free kids activities, crafts and more.
Come experience the beauty of the Chagrin River valley while supporting a great local cause at Head For The Hills 2025!
START TIMES
8:00 am Runner/Hiker registration and packet pickup
8:45 am CHAGRIN RIVER ROAD CLOSES
9:00 am 5K Run starts
9:00 am 1.5 mile hike start
9:00 am Kids activities start
10:00 am 5K awards announcement
TIMING SYSTEM
5K run MyLaps BibTag Chip timed
REGISTRATION
5K run $25.00 (Kids 6-15: $15.00)
1.5 Mile Hike $25.00 (Kids ages 6-15: $15.00)
All others No registration required (donations appreciated)
_ANY KIDS AGE 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE TO PARTICIPATE (GIVEAWAY NOT INCLUDED)_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
4:00-6:30 pm Friday, October 3, 2025
Fleet Feet
30679 Pinetree Blvd.
Pepper Pike, OH 44124
AWARDS
5K Run only
Top Overall Male & Female winners - $75 Fleet Feet gift cards. 2nd Overall Male & Female - $50 Fleet Feet gift cards
Plus, awards to top 3 Male and Female finishers in each age group:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
RUN/HIKE REGISTRANTS RECEIVE
Commemorative "Head for the Hills!" canvas tote bag!
Snacks and refreshments post-race
Chances for various other giveaways
Massage and stretching provided by Novacare Rehabilitation
RUN/HIKE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
5K Run
Challenge yourself on this scenic out and back course along beautiful Chagrin River Road (recently resurfaced for a smooth running experience!). Gently rolling hills, lovely homes and early fall colors welcome competitive racers and anyone seeking an enjoyable workout regardless of pace.
1.5-mile Hike
Traverses hills, ravines, and streams through the beautifully wooded and diverse trails in Forest Ridge Preserve. You can make the hike a self-guided experience at your own pace. Or you can join local educators / naturalists for a guided group experience to learn about the Forest Ridge natural ecosystem. Both options will be available for you to choose at the start of the event.
FAMILY AND SOCIAL EVENTS
Head For The Hills! Is about getting more people out to experience our fantastic parks. Bring the whole family and enjoy kids activities and crafts, and more. Or just hang out in the beautiful Lang Pavilion enjoying the warmth of the fireplace and meeting your Moreland Hills neighbors!
Start Time: 9:00am EDT
Price: Free to all (donations are appreciated)
MORE INFORMATION
Call Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933
*SORRY, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS RACE.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
A simple out and back course on scenic Chagrin River road, starting and finishing at Forest Ridge Preserve. Enjoy small rolling hills through beautiful Fall colors. -
1.5 Mile Hike
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Get to know the beautifully wooded and diverse trails of Forest Ridge Preserve, traversing hills, ravines and streams.
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