Full Moon Trail Series
Experience Northeast Ohio’s most scenic trails under the glow of the full moon.
Launched in 2018, the Full Moon Trail Series offers unforgettable Tuesday night trail races through the Cleveland Metroparks and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Designed for both seasoned trail runners and those simply looking for a fun, adventurous evening outdoors, each race covers 3–5 miles and welcomes a wide range of abilities.
🌕 2026 Race Schedule | Tuesdays • 6:15 PM start
🍓Strawberry Moon – 3 Miler
Tuesday, June 30
Pine Hollow – Cuyahoga Valley National Park
5465 Quick Rd, Peninsula, OH 44264
Note: This is not the Virginia Kendall Lake trailhead.
🦌Buck Moon – 4 Miler
Tuesday, July 28
South Chagrin Reservation – Shelter House
🐟Sturgeon Moon – 5 Miler
Tuesday, August 25
South Mastick Picnic Area
🌾Corn Moon – 3 Miler
Tuesday, September 29
Rocky River Nature Center
➡️Event Details
• Races for a wide range of ages and abilities
Top runners average ~6:00/mile; power walkers ~18:00/mile
• Run beneath the full moon for a truly unique trail experience
• Each race is capped at 300 participants
– 225 Series runners
– 75 Individual race entries
Full Moon Trail Series Registration
Includes entry into all four races, plus:
• Fleet Feet Cleveland Gift Certificate
• Chip-timed bib with split-point tracking and live results
• 2026 Full Moon Series finisher medal
• Choice of swag item (runner hat, tech shirt, or BibBoards)
• Race photos from each event
• Series scoring and leaderboard standings
• Awards ceremony and Series Celebration Cookout
Series Pricing (Tiered):
• Tier 1 (First 100): $120
• Tier 2 (101–200): $130
• Tier 3 (201–225): $140
Individual Race Registration
• $30 pre-registered | $35 race day
• Youth (16 & under): $25
Includes:
• Chip-timed race bib with live results
• Post-race snacks and refreshments
• Race photos
• Optional discounted swag add-ons
What Is Series Scoring?
Series scoring adds a fun competitive element using age-graded results to award points toward overall standings and season-end awards.
Learn more here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/FullMoon/Page/SeriesScoringRulesAwards
🗓 Registration Opens January 1, 2026
Join us for moonlit trails, great company, and a summer tradition unlike any other. 🌕
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