Trail Running Calendar Kentucky 2026-2027

Trail races of 5K, 10K, half marathon and 30K at Mt. Airy Forest Playground in Cincinnati. The event is part of the Alpine Trail Race Series with series points, finisher medals and t-shirts for some distances.

Trail marathons through Cherokee and Seneca Parks in Louisville on April 26, 2026, offering marathon and half marathon distances on single-track park trails. The race includes three aid stations, one drop bag per runner, and medals with Dou..

Event Details The Wildcat @ General Butler is a trail running event taking place at General Butler State Resort Park in Carrollton, Kentucky. It offers several distance options on a single day. Distances The available trail races are: Half..

Test your strategy and endurance on a 10 km course featuring 18 checkpoints including ziplining and canoeing. Join a team for this unique multi sport challenge on a scenic 575 acre farm in Versailles.

Experience a scenic 6.1 mile trail race through the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area featuring sandstone bluffs and waterfalls. This exclusive event is limited to 100 runners and offers over 1000 feet of elevation gain.

Experience the ridges and meadows of Mt. Airy Forest in this multi distance trail race. Choose between 5.4 or 10.6 miles with early start options for those needing extra time on the scenic counter clockwise loop.

Experience a technical trail race in eastern Kentucky featuring a 10K or a Half Marathon. Navigate wooded terrain with significant elevation gains and fast descents at the scenic Perry County Park in Hazard.

A trail running event in Fairdale KY over single track forest trails offering 50K, 15 Miler and 6 Miler options. The race was moved to May 23, 2026 and includes packet pickup, a pasta dinner and a post race gathering.

A 13.1 mile trail half-marathon at French Park in Cincinnati run as four loops of a 5K course. The course includes substantial elevation gain, a 3 hour time limit, finisher medal, and a half-marathon finisher t-shirt.

Experience the natural beauty of Green River Lake State Park with several trail distances ranging from a kids run to a half marathon. Join this off road event in Campbellsville for a day of technical climbs and scenic park trails.

Run as far as you can in 10 hours under the stars on a flat, half-mile oval track in Paducah. The event features a fully stocked aid station and chip timing, with runners free to set their own distance goals. It's a family-friendly night ru..

Explore Kentucky's trails at the Big Turtle Trail Runs. This untimed event in Morehead offers a 50K and a 10 Miler route on the scenic Sheltowee Trace. Finish by the cutoff to earn your finisher medal.

Experience a unique trail run through the woods of Waverly Park in Louisville with the Mothman 6 Miler or Half Marathon. Complete three races in the series to earn a special survivor shirt and medal.

Run a scenic lakeside out and back 5K at Freeman Lake Park to support families affected by Batten Disease. Every participant receives a finisher medal for completing this meaningful community event in Elizabethtown.

Explore the scenic grounds of the Loretto Motherhouse on a trail run or walk. The course winds through woodlands, past lakes, and along gravel paths on the property. This event supports the local community and welcomes participants of all p..

Experience a 3.6 mile trail run at French Park featuring meadows and multiple creek crossings. This fourth leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series offers age graded awards and random door prizes in a picturesque Cincinnati park.

Run through the wooded trails of Turkey Run Park to support local wildlife rehabilitation. Choose a timed 5-mile race with awards or a 3-mile fun run. All participants get a medal and hoodie, with snacks and door prizes at the finish.

Hilly trail races in Red River Gorge offering a 5K and a new 10K on private property. Events start and finish at Natural Bridge Campground and include commemorative shirts, medals, on course water and free race photos.

Experience a weekend of outdoor sports at McDougal Lake with trail runs and mountain bike races ranging from 4 to 32 miles. Compete for podium spots or enjoy the party lap at this multi discipline trail festival.

A 30K trail race at Mount Airy Forest in Cincinnati made of three 10K loops. Finishers receive a t-shirt and medal; the race counts toward the Alpine Trail Race Series and awards series points.