Towpath Half - Half Marathon and 5 Miler

Event 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.

Stay Active

• Challenge Yourself: April is a great time to stay active, challenge yourself, and reconnect with the running community and our local trail system.

Race Series

• First Race: This is the first race in the 2026 Towpath Trilogy race series.
• Annual Series: Our annual three-race series on different sections of the Towpath Trail in Cleveland starts in April and ends in October.

Virtual Option

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

Community Impact

• Beneficiary: The Towpath Half and all Towpath Trilogy races benefit Canalway.
• Support Local Projects: Your participation directly supports the programming of the Towpath Trail, the development of Canal Basin Park, and dozens of other projects within the Ohio &: Erie Canalway National Heritage Area.
• Stronger Community: These projects 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! More information can be found at Towpath Half Marathon.