Trail Running Calendar Kentucky 2025-2026

The Dirt Days Trail Series - French Park Creek Crossings is a trail running event taking place in Cincinnati, Ohio, on June 15, 2025. This race features a scenic 3.6-mile course that showcases the beauty of French Park, including meadows, tall grass, and multiple creek crossings. Participants can ch..

Run Wild is an exciting running event taking place at Turkey Run Park in Louisville, KY, featuring a 5-mile timed run and a 3-mile fun run that is not timed. The event supports the Second Chances Wildlife Center, a nonprofit dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education. Participa..

The Green River Lake Trail 5K & 10K is an exciting annual running event taking place at the scenic Green River Lake State Park in Campbellsville, Kentucky. Scheduled for June 28, 2025, this event features a fully off-road trail running experience, offering participants the choice between a 5K and a..

The Ascent Red River Gorge 5K is a challenging trail run held at the scenic Natural Bridge Campground in Slade, Kentucky. This 5K race takes place on private property within the Red River Gorge, offering participants spectacular views and natural arches along a hilly course. The event features a mix..

The McDougal Lake Trail Fest, scheduled for July 12, 2025, in Hodgenville, KY, offers a variety of trail running and mountain biking events suitable for all skill levels. Participants can choose from a 4-mile trail run, a junior MTB race for ages 8-12, and a free MTB ride for children under 7. Addit..

The Hardin-Meade Endurance Run is a challenging 31-mile race held in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, starting from Brandenburg Meade County and finishing downtown. Limited to 50 participants, the event takes place in July, often under hot and humid conditions, requiring runners to have prior ultra-distance..

The Blackacre Barnstormer is a trail running event taking place at the Blackacre Nature Preserve in Louisville, KY. Participants can choose between a 4-mile or an 8-mile course, both of which offer a unique experience running through scenic trails and fields, with opportunities to see local farm ani..

The Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5K/10K is an exciting running event taking place at Talon Winery in Lexington, KY. Scheduled for August 29, 2025, this annual race features both 5K and 10K cross-country courses, allowing participants to enjoy the scenic winery landscape. All runners receive a race..

The Heartland Harvest Festival 5K is an exciting running event set in the picturesque Elizabethtown Nature Park. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, this trail race welcomes participants of all skill levels, from seasoned runners to newcomers. The event features a competitive atmosphere with awards fo..

The MuuvWell Hot Rod 24 Hour Ultra is an exciting endurance running event taking place at the Bowling Green Hot Rods Baseball Park. Scheduled for September 27-28, 2025, participants can choose from various formats, including a 24-hour solo run, a 24-hour relay, and a 12-hour ultra. Runners will navi..

The Raven 10K is an annual trail running event held at the Raven Run Nature Sanctuary in Lexington, Kentucky. Scheduled for September 28, 2025, this race features both an in-person 10K and a virtual option for participants who prefer to run on their own schedule. The in-person race has a registratio..

The Rugged Red Trail Half Marathon is an exciting running event set in the stunning Red River Gorge, Kentucky, scheduled for October 4, 2025. Participants can enjoy a challenging 13.1-mile looping trail course on private property, complete with commemorative long-sleeved shirts and custom finisher's..

The Run The Ridge Trail Race is a unique running event taking place in Beaver Dam, Kentucky, featuring 5K, 10K, and 25K trail runs. Set against the backdrop of the historic Bill Monroe Homeplace, participants will traverse scenic dirt roads and enjoy beautiful overlooks reminiscent of the area's ric..

The LBL Bridge to Bridge Trail Run is a scenic 22K trail race set in the beautiful Land Between the Lakes Recreation Area. Participants can choose to compete individually or as part of a two-person or three-person relay team. The course begins at the Lake Barkley Bridge, follows a paved path along H..

The Mammoth Cave 50K/25K is a trail running event scheduled for October 25, 2025, in Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky. This race features two distances: a 50K and a 25K, both set on a scenic, wooded trail with challenging terrain. The event is designed for both novice and experienced trail runne..

The Stone Steps 50K and 27K Trail Run are ultra marathon events held in Mt. Airy Forest, Cincinnati, Ohio, just outside downtown. With over 20 years of history, these races offer challenging loop courses on single-track trails featuring lush evergreens, meadows, rivers, and significant elevation cha..

The Run Empowered Series, held in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a dynamic running event series organized by Empower Ultras. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including 10K runs, marathons, ultra-distance events like 48-hour races, and the unique Empower Backyard Ultra. Runners who com..

The Crooked Creek 5K Trail Challenge is a scenic trail running event held over two days, December 6-7, 2025, at the Harry S. Frazier Scout Reservation in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. Participants will navigate over 1,000 acres of rolling hills, natural beauty, and challenging terrain, including scenic..

The All Things Race P4v13 is a running event held in Corbin, Kentucky, at 578 Singing Hills Road. Scheduled for December 6, 2025, it features a 5K road run/walk, a 10K trail race, and a kids fun run. The race honors the legacy of Greg Deaton, a beloved pastor and camp director, and supports the Laur..

The Crooked Creek Ultra Trail Race is an exciting running event held at Camp Crooked Creek in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, featuring a challenging 12.7-mile loop with over 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Scheduled for December 6-7, 2025, participants can choose from various distances, including 100 miles..