Falling Leaves 8 miler and 5K

Falling Leaves 8 miler and 5K is a trail event in Berkey, Ohio, on October 25, 2026, running through the Secor and Wiregrass metroparks in Lucas County. The 8-miler starts at 9:00 a.m. and the 5K at 9:15 a.m., with two courses pitched at different levels, one of them laid out for walkers. The field is capped at 250, so entering early matters. Top finishers earn awards and everyone who finishes gets a medal.

Eight miles on trails is a different proposition from eight on the road: expect slower splits, more variable footing and a higher heart rate for the same pace. Run it by effort. If you are used to road racing and want to move off pavement, a few longer trail outings in the month beforehand will teach your legs more than any track session.