Rails to Trails
- Date Sun 19th April 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Painesville, Ohio
- Price $61.81 - $72.49
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at the Rails to Trails event on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Painesville, Lake County, Ohio! This exciting race offers three distances—10 miles, 15 miles, and 20 miles—perfect for runners of all levels looking to enhance their training for upcoming spring half marathons or marathons. The course showcases a stunning point-to-point route along a historic railway corridor, now transformed into a beautiful paved bike path that winds through the picturesque Geauga and Lake Counties.
With a net downhill elevation, this beginner-friendly course is designed for speed and enjoyment, making it an ideal choice for those eager to build their long-run confidence. Participants will be treated to chip timing with splits, a race shirt, a finisher medal, and a delicious post-race pancake breakfast at the Lake Metroparks Environmental Learning Center. Runners can conveniently park at the finish line, with shuttle services provided to the starting locations. Join the vibrant Cleveland-area running community for this unique and memorable event that promises both fun and fitness!
With a net downhill elevation, this beginner-friendly course is designed for speed and enjoyment, making it an ideal choice for those eager to build their long-run confidence. Participants will be treated to chip timing with splits, a race shirt, a finisher medal, and a delicious post-race pancake breakfast at the Lake Metroparks Environmental Learning Center. Runners can conveniently park at the finish line, with shuttle services provided to the starting locations. Join the vibrant Cleveland-area running community for this unique and memorable event that promises both fun and fitness!
Organiser's Description
RAILS TO TRAILS 10 15 20 MILER NORTHEAST OHIO & CLEVELAND AREA RACE
The Rails to Trails 10, 15, and 20 Miler is a pointtopoint, netdownhill running event in Northeast Ohio, perfect for runners in the Cleveland area training for a spring half marathon or marathon. The course follows a historic railway corridor through Geauga and Lake Counties, now converted into a scenic paved bike path.
This race blends local history, fast terrain, and a supportive running community an ideal earlyseason longrun event.
RACE OVERVIEW
Distances: 20 miles, 15 miles, 10 miles
Location: Geauga & Lake Counties, near Cleveland, Ohio
Course Type: Former rail line -> PAVED BIKE PATH
Elevation: Netdownhill, beginnerfriendly
Ideal For: Spring marathon and halfmarathon training
INCLUDED: Chip timing with splits, race shirt, finisher medal, and postrace pancakes!
Runners park at the finish line and take a shuttle to their designated start location.
START LINES & TIMES
20MILER (LOCATION CHANGE DUE TO BIKE PATH DAMAGE)
Start Time: 7:30 AM
*NEW* Location: Claridon Woodlands (on the bike path)
11383 Claridon Troy Road
15MILER
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Claridon Woodlands (on the bike path)
10MILER
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Chardon Bike Path near Key Bank (220 Center St)
FINISH LINE & POSTRACE CELEBRATION
Finish Location: Lake Metroparks Environmental Learning Center / Jordan Creek Park Address: 7250 Alexander Rd, Concord Twp., OH 44077
Time Limit: 5 hours
Parking: Available at the finish line
Note: Parking is available at start lines, but no return transportation is provided
POSTRACE PANCAKES: Enjoy a full pancake breakfast inside the Environmental Learning Center
Why ClevelandArea Runners Love This Race?
Close to Cleveland, Mentor, Willoughby, and the East Side suburbs
Perfect timing for runners preparing for the Cleveland Marathon, Toledo Marathon, or other spring races!
Scenic, quiet, and fast! ideal for longrun confidence building!
A unique chance to run along a historic railway route
The Rails to Trails 10, 15, and 20 Miler is a pointtopoint, netdownhill running event in Northeast Ohio, perfect for runners in the Cleveland area training for a spring half marathon or marathon. The course follows a historic railway corridor through Geauga and Lake Counties, now converted into a scenic paved bike path.
This race blends local history, fast terrain, and a supportive running community an ideal earlyseason longrun event.
RACE OVERVIEW
Distances: 20 miles, 15 miles, 10 miles
Location: Geauga & Lake Counties, near Cleveland, Ohio
Course Type: Former rail line -> PAVED BIKE PATH
Elevation: Netdownhill, beginnerfriendly
Ideal For: Spring marathon and halfmarathon training
INCLUDED: Chip timing with splits, race shirt, finisher medal, and postrace pancakes!
Runners park at the finish line and take a shuttle to their designated start location.
START LINES & TIMES
20MILER (LOCATION CHANGE DUE TO BIKE PATH DAMAGE)
Start Time: 7:30 AM
*NEW* Location: Claridon Woodlands (on the bike path)
11383 Claridon Troy Road
15MILER
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Claridon Woodlands (on the bike path)
10MILER
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Chardon Bike Path near Key Bank (220 Center St)
FINISH LINE & POSTRACE CELEBRATION
Finish Location: Lake Metroparks Environmental Learning Center / Jordan Creek Park Address: 7250 Alexander Rd, Concord Twp., OH 44077
Time Limit: 5 hours
Parking: Available at the finish line
Note: Parking is available at start lines, but no return transportation is provided
POSTRACE PANCAKES: Enjoy a full pancake breakfast inside the Environmental Learning Center
Why ClevelandArea Runners Love This Race?
Close to Cleveland, Mentor, Willoughby, and the East Side suburbs
Perfect timing for runners preparing for the Cleveland Marathon, Toledo Marathon, or other spring races!
Scenic, quiet, and fast! ideal for longrun confidence building!
A unique chance to run along a historic railway route
Races
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20 Miler
Incl. $7.49 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th April 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$72.49
CLOSED -
15 Miler
Incl. $7.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$67.15
CLOSED -
10 Miler
Incl. $6.81 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$61.81
CLOSED
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