Trail Running Calendar Louisiana 2025-2026

Take on the Armadillo Dash at Bonnet Carré Spillway in Norco, LA with 5K and half marathon on scenic unpaved trail. Chip timed race includes a shirt, finisher medal and a beer ticket for the post race party.

Run the Loup Garou Trail Run in Ville Platte Louisiana through cypress swamps, hardwood and pine singletrack with long swamp bridges. Choose 20, 40, 60 or 100 miles and enjoy on course support and Cajun flair, pronounced loo gah roo.

Join the festive Q50 Races Santa on Trails 5k at Fontainebleau State Park on December 6, 2025 for a scenic trail run by the water. Bring a new unwrapped toy for the New Orleans Mission and finishers get a Santa hat, t shirt and handmade med..

Holiday themed Reindeer Run in Bossier City, LA on Saturday, December 6, 2025 offers 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon options on flat looped courses along the Arthur Ray Teague trail. All finishers receive custom medals and goodie bags, plus..

Run Caney invites trail lovers to enjoy scenic loops around Upper Caney Lake in Kisatchie National Forest with 5K, 6 mile, and 12 mile options. Expect gentle hills, oak flats, a relaxed Old School Style vibe, and handmade awards for top fin..

Run or ride the Wild Azalea Trail at the 14th Wild Azalea Trail Challenge near Alexandria LA on Jan 3, 2026. A 26 mile loop winds through hardwood, creek and pine terrain with race distances from 10K to 50 mile.

Run under the stars in Blanchard LA on Jan 3, 2026 at T'was a few nights after Christmas Night Trail Run, with a 7 mile single track, a 4.5 mile paved loop and a 4.5 mile ruck. Headlamps required and prizes plus a raffle add post race fun.

Explore single track trails at Bogue Chitto State Park in Franklinton, Louisiana, on looped courses from 5 to 50 miles through pine woods and campsites. Pick your distance, use aid stations, and earn a half Q50 buckle for 50 mile finishers.

Run the 10th Red Dirt Ultra in Kisatchie National Forest with 100K and 50K options along sandy trails through longleaf pines and beside Kisatchie Bayou. Aid stations and vegan finish fare welcome runners of all levels.

Geaux Wild Ultra returns to Lake Bistineau State Park in Doyline LA with 50 Miler and 50K options on a mostly flat 10 mile loop through muddy woodland trails. Enjoy hearty aid station fare, new swag, and finisher medals.

Challenge yourself at The Old School at Lincoln Parish Park on March 21, 2026 with 5, 10 and 20 mile trail routes over muddy dirt terrain and scenic woods. Enjoy aid stations, post run food, on site camping and RV spots while supporting a l..

The The Old School 50K will take place in Ruston on Saturday 21 March 2026. You can run between 5 and 20 miles.

Run the Diablito 50/50 at Tickfaw State Park on July 25, 2026, choosing a 50 Miler or 50K on scenic river loop trails. Enjoy packed aid at the start/finish, rustic park charm and a true backcountry challenge.

Run through the scenic Jungle Gardens on Avery Island with 1 Mile, 5K, 7K trail or virtual 5K or 7K options. Earn finisher medals, grab a shirt, and help benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on hard packed garden roads.