Little Carolina Trail Fest
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Event details
The Little Carolina Trail Fest takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Lagoon Picnic Area in the Rocky River Reservation on Valley Parkway, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138, United States. The event includes packet pick-up, shuttle services with pick-up at Frostville Museum (24101 Cedar Point Rd, North Olmsted, OH), and parking subject to Metroparks rules; illegally parked cars may be ticketed or towed. The race will proceed in normal or inclement weather unless severe weather forces cancellation; live music may be adjusted if needed.
Course, distances, and format
The event uses a 5K loop that participants may repeat to reach longer distances. During registration, participants choose which distance to complete on race day. Available options include:
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K
- 20K
- Fest entry (access to festival amenities only)
The race is chip-timed. Participants receive a custom finisher medal and a distance pin to attach to the ribbon. A custom race shirt is available with an opt-out option. Hiking, rucking, walking, and running are all allowed.
Amenities and schedule notes
The festival features live bluegrass music and a beer garden; the first beverage is included for ticketed participants. Loops and the start/finish area pass through the festival area. Packet pick-up is provided; exact packet and shuttle times are listed by the organizer. Registration fees listed by the organizer vary by event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
