Trail Running calendar near Elizabethtown 2026-2027

Kick off the year with a festive 5K, 10K or half marathon at Ephram White Park on a scenic gravel course with finisher medals, shirts and a best costume contest. Limited spots remain so register soon and chase a new PR.

Shelby Trails in Simpsonville KY on January 17 offers scenic 4 mile and 8 mile looped courses with creek crossings, rows of cedars, single track and rolling hills. Varied trail and open pasture sections make for a rewarding challenge.

Louisville Lovin' the Hills invites trail lovers to Fairdale KY on February 7, 2026 with 50K, 15 mile and 6 mile options across scenic single track forest trails. Enjoy pre race pasta, wooden medals, post race soup and a friendly race vibe.

Hit the trails at Lucky O'possum on March 21, 2026 in Nancy, Kentucky. Choose a half marathon, 10K or 5K trail run for a fun day of challenge and community.

Bourbon Country offers 25k, 50k and trail 5k on March 28 in Shepherdsville Kentucky, set on 1,000 acres of rolling, hilly terrain. Pick a challenging loop or a shorter trail test and finish with a race shirt and medal.

Tackle the rugged Knobstone 50, a point to point 50 mile trail run through steep, Appalachian style hills and forested vistas. Pacers are welcome and organizers offer shuttle service plus a recycled performance finisher hat for all finisher..

Hit the 99% singletrack at Saunders Springs for a day of trail running and mountain biking on scenic preserve trails. With distances and team formats for all ages, plus kids races, the event benefits local trail groups.

Run the Backside Trail Marathon and Half in Louisville on April 26, 2026, on gently rolling single track through Seneca and Cherokee Parks. Finishers get medals and a rewarding wooded trail experience.

Run The Wildcat at General Butler State Resort Park, a scenic trail race day with options from a 5K to the 6 Hours of Power. Enjoy river overlook views, aid station support and friendly vibes with leashed dogs welcome.

Join Gavin's Gallop, a scenic 5K at Freeman Lake Park in Elizabethtown that follows a lakeside out and back trail with a water stop at the turnaround. All finishers earn a medal and proceeds support Gavin’s Gifts for families affected by Ba..

Run through scenic trails at Talon Winery with 5K and 10K cross country courses, then celebrate with live music and a tasting. All finishers get an award and adults receive a drink ticket for one glass of Talon wine.

Tackle the rugged Knobstone Trail at the Sorta Mountain Stage Race in Borden, IN with distances from a 5 Miler to a challenging 50K. Enjoy aid stations, a unique 50K finisher medal, and support SAM'S Foundation.

Run scenic loops at Lincoln State Park with marathon, 14K or 5K options through woods and gravel. Aid stations, marathon drop bags and eco friendly finisher mementos make this a welcoming trail event.

Run Baby Run 5K returns to Lexington's Coldstream Park and Legacy Trail with a flat, fast course and a Kid's Dash for young runners. All proceeds support the Snow Bunny Baby Project to buy diapers and wipes for NICU families.

Join the Raven 10K on Sunday, September 27, 2026 for a scenic trail run through Raven Run Nature Sanctuary near Lexington, KY. Choose in person or virtual entry and tackle a challenging 10K in a beautiful park setting with limited field.

The Deam Lake Loop Trail Run will take place in Borden on Saturday 3 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Join the first Running Pumpkin 5K in Lexington on October 17 at Coldstream Park and Legacy Trail, a fun autumn run hosted by Gleanings Housing to support affordable housing. Bring or wear a pumpkin and enjoy snacks and community spirit.

Join the Legends Spooky Trail Race in Owensboro on October 25, 2026 for a scenic, spirited 6 km through Rudy Mines on the Ben Hawes Trail. Two 3 km loops over rolling hills, rooty singletrack and a final climb make this an autumn trail chal..

Join Medal Madness on December 12, 2026 at Ephram White Park in Bowling Green for a festive 5K, 10K or half marathon on scenic gravel out and back loops. Expect finisher medals, a gear shop, awards and a best costume contest.