Trail Running calendar near Lexington 2025-2026
We have found 21 Trailruns within 80 miles of Lexington. See below where and when you can find the races.
We have found 21 Trailruns within 80 miles of Lexington. See below where and when you can find the races.
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 Dirt Days Trail Series - East Fork SP Trail Run is a trail running event taking place at East Fork State Park in Bethel, Ohio. Scheduled for July 27, 2025, the event features a 5.6-mile course and a 10.8-mile course, both set on the scenic Backpack Trail, which offers a wooded experience reminis..
The East Fork race event in Bethel, Ohio, offers challenging trail runs with distances of 100 miles, 100K, 50K, and 15 miles around William H. Harsha Lake in East Fork State Park. The course features a counterclockwise loop of about 33 miles, with runners completing multiple loops depending on their..
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 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 West Side, Best Side 5K Trail Run is part of the Dirt Days Trail Series and takes place at Shawnee Lookout Hamilton County Park in North Bend, Ohio. This scenic trail run covers approximately 3.44 miles (5.54 km), combining two nature trail loops—the Blue Jacket and Little Turtle trails—offering..
Legends of the Valley is a trail-running event held at Valley View Nature Preserve in Milford, Ohio. Scheduled for October 25, 2025, it offers three race options: the Arrowhead Trail 5K cross-country race, the Mastodon 2-Hour Endurance Race, and the Tailfeather Kids 1.5-Mile Race for ages 8-14. Part..
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 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..
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..