Wild Azalea Trail Challenge
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Wild Azalea Trail Challenge : Alexandria, LA, January 2, 2027
The Wild Azalea Trail Challenge is the 15th edition of a multi-distance trail event held in the Evangeline Ranger District of Kisatchie National Forest near Alexandria, Louisiana on January 2, 2027. The event offers several running and mountain biking distances and uses the Wild Azalea Trail system as its primary course.
The Wild Azalea Trail is 26 miles long and is described as the longest continuous trail in Louisiana. The trail system is maintained and mapped, with visible half-mile markers to aid navigation.
Distances offered include:
- 50 Mile Run
- 50 Mile Mountain Bike
- 27 Mile Mountain Bike
- 27 Mile Run
- 13.1 Mile Run
- 10 K Run
The course passes through varied ecosystems, including lower hardwood sections with creeks and higher, hillier sections with longleaf pine. Organizers describe a no-frills approach to the event; typical race extras such as commemorative china, official finish photos, or finish-line ceremonies are not provided. The 50 mile race has a race cutoff of 14 hours. Entry fees are listed within a range of USD 47.70 to USD 109.41. Registered participants receive an event T-shirt and may purchase a lightweight hoodie. Organizers use a Facebook page for updates and participant information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.