Spring Running Series

Explore the Best of Brecksville Reservation – a different 5 mile course each week – at the Spring Running Series on Thursday evenings May 7th, 14th, and 21st! Offering a diverse and challenging terrain for runners and hikers at all levels, the series fits easily into many spring training plans – though the trails are so peaceful and scenic that you will forget that you are training! You will be scored weekly, with final results tallied for series awards after the final race. 

NEW THIS YEAR

• Now on Thursdays: An easier night to get out, closer to the weekend!

• Age-Based Offset Start: Different age groups start at different times, giving everyone a fair shot at the finish line. This rewards true performance, not just youth. Older runners now have a real chance to win overall! Each age group has a specifict offset – we'll post exact start times before race day. Get ready for exciting, unpredictable, head-to-head finishes this season!

2026 SPRING RUNNING SERIES

A unique 5-mile course each week at Brecksville Reservation:

• Thursday, May 7th, 6:45 P.M. – Oak Grove Picnic Area
• Thursday, May 14th, 6:45 P.M. – Oak Grove Picnic Area
• Thursday, May 21st, 6:45 P.M. – Meadows Picnic Area