Trail Running Calendar Louisiana 2026-2027

Hit the trails at Lake Bistineau State Park on January 17, 2026 with 3 mile and 9 mile options on scenic cut trails. Age group awards and a handy duffle bag for finishers make this a great winter trail run.

Run scenic single track trails at Bogue Chitto State Park in Franklinton, LA, with distances from 5 miles up to a 50 mile ultra. Enjoy looped courses, supportive aid stations, swag, a finisher meal and unique awards for the longer distances..

Run through Kisatchie National Forest near Provencal, LA on Feb 21, 2026 at the 10th Red Dirt Ultra, featuring rugged trails, stream crossings and long runnable pine forest stretches. Choose 100K or 50K with aid stations and vegan options f..

Run the Monkey Trails at Eddie D. Jones Park in Keithville, LA on February 21, 2026, with 3, 5 and 10 mile options for all abilities. Celebrate at a post race party with awards, burgers and drinks.

Geaux Wild Ultra returns March 7, 2026 at Lake Bistineau State Park in Louisiana with 100 mile, 50 mile and 50K options on a scenic 10 mile loop through rustic, often muddy trails. Camping, solid aid and finisher swag make it a welcoming so..

Join Run for the Son, Calvary 5K Trail Run in Shreveport, with a fun run or Sleep In supporter option. Enjoy music, jambalaya and fellowship while supporting Calvary Faith Missions and the girls soccer team trip to Ecuador.

Hit the trails at the 1 North Trail Run in Blanchard, LA on March 7 with 3.25 mile and 5 mile courses through scenic 1 North Adventure Trails. Enjoy post race burgers, awards for overall and age group finishers, and a lively community vibe.

Join the inaugural Heritage Classical Academy 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run in Ruston for a family friendly grassy cross country course at The Gospel. Run or walk to support the school as proceeds fund adding early grades.

Tackle The Old School mud and dirt trail run at Lincoln Parish Park on March 21, 2026, with 5, 10 or 20 mile loops. Expect on course aid, post race food, and camping and RV options for a full trail weekend.

Hit the trails at The Old School in Lincoln Parish Park, Ruston on March 21, 2026, with 5, 10 and 20 mile options on muddy dirt trails. Food, aid stations and timed results make it a fun challenge for all levels.

Push your limits at the Made for More Ultra, a backyard style ultramarathon in Sunset, Louisiana on April 18, 2026. Run a 4.2 mile loop at the top of each hour until one runner remains, who must complete a final solo loop to win.

Join the Run For Your Life 5K and 1 Mile Urban Trail Run on May 2 at Forts Randolph and Buhlow in Pineville to support St Jude. Scenic riverfront trails, friendly competition and awards for all ages.

Run to the Hills at Bogue Chitto State Park offers scenic dirt trail loops of 5 and 10 miles with rolling hills and friendly competition. Expect awards for top finishers, a finisher meal, and bring your own water container.

Run the Christmas in July 5K, 10K or Half Marathon in Bossier City on July 12, 2026 at Walker Place Park. In person or virtual options on mostly flat Red River trails, with a custom finisher medal, race shirt and age group awards.

Take on the Diablito 50/50 at Tickfaw State Park in Springfield Louisiana on July 25 2026 with 50 Miler and 50K options along scenic River Trail loops. Enjoy river views, aid station support and finisher swag including a medal and shirt.

El Diablo Hundo at Lake Bistineau State Park invites runners to tackle a 10 mile loop with 100 Miler, 100K, 50 Miler and 25K options across mostly flat, muddy forest trails. Aid stations, hot food and solid finisher items make for a Souther..

Celebrate the 10th Chemin A Haut event with a scenic 4 mile trail run or a relaxed 1 mile walk beneath a forest canopy along lakeshore and bayou. Finishers earn handmade cypress medallions and enjoy post race activities while supporting loc..

Join the Chupacabra night trail at Bogue Chitto State Park with 10 miles or 5 miles on scenic dirt trails with gentle hills. Bring a headlamp, hydration, and your own cup for a fun community run with on course support and finish line food.

Run through the lush Jungle Gardens at Avery Island with 1 Mile, 5K, 7K and virtual options while supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Enjoy a scenic hard packed course with finisher medals and race shirts.

Enjoy scenic flat trails atop the Bussey Brake reservoir levee at the Pere Malfait Trail Race near Bastrop Louisiana on November 21, 2026. Choose from 50K, 16 mile or 8 mile routes and finish with a medal and tasty aid station fare.