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Forest Ridge Preserve, Moreland Hills OH

Saturday, October 4th, 2025

🏞️ Race Overview

Show your support for Moreland Hills parks by joining us on October 4th in the heart of the Chagrin River valley for Head For The Hills 2025!

Moreland Hills is home to many of the area’s most prized and pristine green spaces. These include the beautiful 142-acre Forest Ridge Preserve and the Lang Pavilion (where this event will take place), sections of Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation, U.S. President James A. Garfield’s cabin and birth site, and more. Registration fees and all donations benefit the non-profit Moreland Hills Parks Commission. This annual event provides the Parks Commission with its primary source of funds.

🌳 Parks Commission Mission

Mission: To support preservation, improvements, and enjoyment of our local parks for all.
Impact: Proceeds from last year’s event helped to provide new signage at Forest Ridge and procure materials for resurfacing and improving the park’s trails.
Future Goals: Support the Village in replacing and repairing picnic tables at the Lang Pavilion, installing new benches along the trail, and implementing various improvements in the park.
Community Benefits: These initiatives will impact the thousands of community members who visit the park each year.

🏃‍♀️ Race and Hike Details

We are proud of our scenic, challenging and competitive 5K through the valley! But you don’t have to be a runner to enjoy this event. Experience the trails of Forest Ridge Preserve on our 1.5 mile self-guided hike or naturalist-guided hike — bring the whole family!

Participation: All participants in the 5K and hike will receive a special giveaway (to be announced soon!) and chances for other great prizes.
Competition: 5K competitors have a chance to win overall and age group prizes.
Activities: There will be free kids activities, crafts and more.
Experience: Come experience the beauty of the Chagrin River valley while supporting a great local cause at Head For The Hills 2025!

⏲️ Start Times

8:00 am: Runner/Hiker registration and packet pickup
8:45 am: CHAGRIN RIVER ROAD CLOSES
9:00 am: 5K Run starts
9:00 am: 1.5 mile hike start / Kids activities start
10:00 am: 5K awards announcement

🕒 Timing System

5K run MyLaps BibTag Chip timed

🔖 Registration

5K run: $25.00 (Kids 6-15: $15.00)
1.5 Mile Hike: $25.00 (Kids ages 6-15: $15.00)
Others: No registration required (donations appreciated)
Kids: Any kids age 5 and under are free to participate (giveaway not included)

📦 Early Packet Pickup

4:00-6:30 pm on Friday, October 3, 2025 at Fleet Feet, 30679 Pinetree Blvd., Pepper Pike, OH 44124

🏆 Awards

5K Run only:

Top Overall Male &: Female: $75 Fleet Feet gift cards.
2nd Overall Male &: Female: $50 Fleet Feet gift cards.
Awards for: Top 3 Male and Female finishers in each age group: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over.

🎁 Run/Hike Registrants Receive

Commemorative: "Head for the Hills!" canvas tote bag!
Post-Race: Snacks and refreshments.
Giveaways: Chances for various other giveaways.
Wellness: Massage and stretching provided by Novacare Rehabilitation.

🚶‍♂️ Run/Hike Course Descriptions

5K Run: Challenge yourself on this scenic out and back course along beautiful Chagrin River Road (recently resurfaced for a smooth running experience!).
1.5-mile Hike: Traverses hills, ravines, and streams through the beautifully wooded and diverse trails in Forest Ridge Preserve.
Guided Option: Join local educators/naturalists for a guided experience to learn about the Forest Ridge natural ecosystem.
Self-Guided Option: Make the hike a self-guided experience at your own pace.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family and Social Events

Head For The Hills! Is about getting more people out to experience our fantastic parks. Bring the whole family and enjoy kids activities and crafts, and more. Or just hang out in the beautiful Lang Pavilion enjoying the warmth of the fireplace and meeting your Moreland Hills neighbors!