Burning River
About this race
🎉 2026 will mark the 20th Anniversary of the Burning River Endurance Runs & Relay – an exciting 100M, 50M, and Marathon solo run and 100M relay in Northeast Ohio. The race travels through several of the region's most scenic areas, including the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Summit Metro Parks.
Ready to test your limits? The Burning River brings a highly anticipated Ultra to Cuyahoga Falls on July 30, 2022. Expect a fantastic route right in the heart of Ohio.
Pick your distance
Trail running
100 Mile
Runners have 30 hours to complete the 100 mile course and receive their belt buckle.
50 Mile
Runners have 15 hours to complete the 50 mile course and receive their 50M medal.
Back Half 50 Mile
Back 50 runners have 16 hours to complete the course and receive their 50M medal.
100 Mile 4 Person Relay
Relay teams have 27 hours to complete the 100 mile course and receive their medals. Female participants must run at least 25% of the segments to be considered for Co-ed awards. Relay exchange locations are subject to change.
100 Mile 8 Person Relay
Relay teams have 27 hours to complete the 100 mile course and receive their medals. Female participants must run at least 25% of the segments to be considered for Co-ed awards. Relay exchange locations are subject to change.
Running
Pacer Registration
All 100 mile runners may have a pacer beginning at mile 50. Runners age 60 years and over may have a pacer for the the entire race. Please see the Burning River Participant Information Guide at westernreserveracing.com for additional pacer rules and guidelines.
About Cuyahoga Falls
Burning River takes place in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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