Trail Running calendar near Lafayette 2026-2027

A 10 hour overnight trail ultra in Lafayette, Louisiana on a short loop course with single track, gravel and field sections. Runners must carry lights and hydration and will pass a single cupless aid station each lap.

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.

A trail event at Sam Houston Jones State Park offering multiple distances around an 8 mile loop with technical terrain, water crossings and two aid stations. The event includes an 8 Mile Ruck Division and a no medal registration default.

A multi-distance running event at Jungle Gardens on Avery Island on November 7, 2026, offering 1 Mile, 5K, 7K and virtual options while benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

A community trail event on November 8, 2026 in Carencro Louisiana with 1 mile, 5K and 10K options. The race honors organ, tissue and eye donors, their families and transplant recipients.

Trail running event in Ville Platte, LA on December 5, 2026 offering 20, 40, 60 and 100 mile distances across cypress swamps, hardwood forest and pine woods.