Crowell Hilaka trail run - Richfield, Ohio - Running

The Crowell Hilaka trail run is a Running race in Richfield, Ohio consisting of a Half Marathon Trail Run and 50K Trail Run (Ultra).

This is a donation based race! The event will provide a first rate running experience for its participants but you must give back by doing one or more of the following: donating to one of our partner charities or participating in one of the trail clean up days at the Richfield Heritage Preserve. The Crowell Hilaka Trail Run is all about getting out and running in the woods and enjoying nature. The course consists of combination of primitive single track (including Ohio's Buckeye Trail), bridle trails, open fields, and camp roads. Note that since this is a trail run so you can expect to encounter mud, slippery rocks, foot-grabbing roots, minor water crossings, and other obstacles that we all love about the trails. Since the race is in mid October, the autumn colors will be out in full splendor!

The race takes place at the Richfield Heritage Preserve, formerly Crowell Hilaka. In addition to its natural beauty, the park is rich in history. It was home to the pioneer Oviatt family. Later it was home to inventor Jim Kirby whose work and creativity are apparent decades later. It is probably best known for its 75 years as a Girl Scout camp starting in 1937.