Trail Running calendar near Thibodaux 2026-2027

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.

A trail ultramarathon at Tickfaw State Park offering 50K and 50 mile options with aid stations, on site lodging, race day food, swag, and finishers medals. Natural habitat hazards such as snakes and alligators are noted along the river trai..

A 10 hour overnight trail ultra in Lafayette, Louisiana on a 3.8 mile loop with single track, gravel and boardwalk sections. Aid station is passed twice each lap; runners must carry a light and hydration and this is a cupless event.

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.

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.

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.

An open course in New Orleans offering 50 mile, 50K and half marathon distances that finish at Second Line Brewing, with marked routes, Strava files, stocked aid stations, local artist awards and a mid race and post race gathering.

A Last Person Standing event on a roughly 2 mile wooded loop near Wiggins MS where runners complete a lap every 30 minutes until one remains. Aid, crew tents, an uncrewed tent, medals and a buckle for 100 miles are provided.

A multi-distance event at Jungle Gardens in Avery Island with 1 Mile, 5K, 7K and a virtual option. The run benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and includes finisher medals, t-shirt options, packet pickup, and local food offerings..

Multiple race distances take place at Tickfaw State Park in Springfield, LA, including a 3 mile river loop that passes through swamp and forest. The event includes aid stations, campsites and cabins, and awards and event swag for finishers.

A 5K trail event in Mandeville, LA celebrating 20 years of Q50 Races, with anniversary t-shirts, food and a toy drive for the New Orleans Mission shelter. Registration closes Dec 9.

A six hour trail endurance challenge in Mandeville, Louisiana where runners complete a 5K each hour and must finish each lap within the hour to continue. Awards include patches, a wooden medal for six laps, and national leaderboard prizes.