Trail Running Calendar Louisiana 2026-2027

TrailX in Benton, LA combines trail running and functional fitness across obstacle-course divisions of about 4, 7.5 and 11 miles plus a kids 1-1.5 mile FIT Challenge. Obstacles include carries, low crawls and a tire rubber minefield.

Trail races at Bogue Chitto State Park offering a 5 mile loop and a 10 mile two loop course on dirt trails. Water refill stations are provided for personal bottles, awards for top three men and women, food from New Orleans Mission.

A Fourth of July fundraiser at Erath High School featuring a 5K run/walk and a 1 mile fun run, with registration tiers, age division awards, and water stations on course.

A summer running event in Bossier City with 5K, 10K and half marathon options along a flat, paved river trail; finishers receive a medal and shirt and a virtual option is available.

An off-road 3 mile trail through the Bonnet Carre Spillway presented as the 39th annual Spillway Classic. The course follows natural trails and may be muddy; entries include individual and NOTC family options.

Trail races at Tickfaw State Park near Springfield, LA offering 50 mile and 50K distances. The 5 mile river loop course includes two aid stations and a 14 hour cutoff for each distance.

A 10-hour overnight trail ultra in Lafayette on a 3.8-mile loop of single-track, gravel and boardwalk. One aid station is passed twice per lap; runners must carry lights and hydration and the event is cupless.

A night trail event at Fontainebleau State Park with 5 and 10 mile options. Runners must carry a headlamp, whistle, and personal hydration; one aid point at the start finish provides water for refilling.

Two days of gravel, road and MTB events plus a 5k and 10k at Caney Lakes Day Use Area in Minden, LA. Onsite camping and cabins are available and proceeds support local trail maintenance.

Experience a unique trail event in Blanchard that combines distance running with a strategic game of tic tac toe. Complete laps to earn moves on your bib and compete for game based prizes on this elevated course.

Experience a 5 mile trail race through the rolling hills of Lincoln Parish Park. Enjoy a timed run near the lake followed by post race refreshments and a park festival featuring activities for all attendees.

A community trail event at Woodlands Preserve in Belle Chasse on September 26, 2026 featuring a 5K and a 1 mile fun run. Proceeds and registration fees support Woodlands Conservancy land protection and restoration.

A multi-distance trail ultramarathon at Lake Bistineau State Park on a 10-mile loop across Blue Wing, Koasati, and Whoa Mule trails, with staffed and unmanned aid stations, on-site camping, and distance-specific swag and awards.

Experience a community cross country race at the scenic Nicholls Farm in Thibodaux. Run a 3200m grass course alongside student athletes and enjoy post race awards and festivities at the Nicholls XC Invitational.

Continuous loop endurance race at Eddie D. Jones Park in Keithville, LA. Runners complete repeated 3.1 mile loops to reach either 40 miles or 50 miles within a 12 hour time limit, with a centrally stocked aid station.

A 3.1-mile (5K) loop at Eddie D. Jones Park on dirt and grass trails. Runners complete as many 5K loops as they choose, with a central start and an aid station at every lap.

A 4-mile trail run and 1-mile walk in Bastrop, Louisiana on 10/17/2026 along forested trails and lakeshore; team competitions and cypress-wood awards; proceeds support Morehouse Parish projects.

Trail races around an 8 mile loop at Sam Houston Jones State Park near Lake Charles, LA, with 50K, 25K and a 7.78 mile option. The course is mostly single track with roots, water crossings, and rolling hills.

A multi-distance road event in New Orleans featuring a 50 mile, 50k, and half marathon with an open course, mapped navigation, on-course aid stations, handmade awards, and a finish line party at Second Line Brewing.

A Last Person Standing trail event near Wiggins, MS with a mostly shaded, flat 2.08 mile loop run every 30 minutes until one runner remains. The race includes a stocked aid station, crew tent areas and rules banning pacers and midcourse ass..