Towpath Half - Half Marathon and 5 Miler

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Join us on Sunday, April 12, 2026 for the Towpath Half featuring a half marathon & 5 miler on the Towpath Trail in the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cleveland.

🌸 Spring Challenge

• Timing: April is a great time to stay active.
• Community: Challenge yourself and reconnect with the running community.
• Trail System: Enjoy the beautiful local trail system.

🏅 Race Series

This is the first race in the 2026 Towpath Trilogy race series, our annual three-race series on different sections of the Towpath Trail in Cleveland that starts in April and ends in October.

🌐 Virtual Option

Virtual races are also available for those who can’t join us on the day of the race.

💖 Community Impact

The Towpath Half and all Towpath Trilogy races benefit Canalway. Your participation directly supports:

• Programming: Supports the programming of the Towpath Trail.
• Development: Helps in the development of Canal Basin Park.
• Projects: Contributes to dozens of other projects within the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area.
• Community Strength: Projects that make our community stronger and more vibrant.

📝 Registration

Register today to run the half marathon course or 5 mile course at the Towpath Half Marathon on April 12!

For more information and registration visit: Towpath Half Marathon.