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Backside Trail Marathon - Louisville, KY

Brownsboro Village, United States • 26 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The Backside Trail Marathon is a running event that takes place in Louisville, Kentucky. The race was started in 2012 and is held in Seneca and Cherokee Parks. The event includes marathon and half marathon distances.

The Course

The course is a trail run on high-quality single-track trails. The trails are described as gently rolling. The full marathon runs the same course twice. Organizers note that a trail run is harder than a typical road marathon and recommend expecting a slower finish time. Trail running footwear is recommended. The event has an 8-hour time limit for the course.

Logistics

The races start by the basketball courts in Seneca Park. Packet pickup is available the day before at Quest Outdoors or on race day at the start/finish line. There is a parking lot by a softball field near the start.

Aid and Awards

There are three aid stations on the course, roughly 2-4 miles apart. Runners may have one labeled drop bag. Every finisher in both distances receives a medal. A special award is given to those who complete a "Double Down," which involves running a race the day before this event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Kentucky Brownsboro Village

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