Delaware Trail Fest

Delaware Trail Fest

Delaware Trail Fest is a trail running festival held at Lums Pond State Park in Bear, Delaware on October 17, 2026. The event offers multiple formats including single-lap distances and 12-hour endurance formats, with hiker friendly and relay options. A generous time limit is applied to all events.

The course uses the Swamp Forest Trail and is described as fast and mostly flat, with about 70% single track, 10% gravel, and 20% wider trails, providing lakeside views and minimal elevation change. Aid stations are spaced roughly every 3 to 4 miles and supply water, Gatorade, and standard trail fare. The main aid station is at the start/finish and a secondary station is located at mile 4. Headlamps are required for late laps.

Timing is chip based by 2Lraceservices and results are available live. The event uses an Age and Gender multiplier that can affect final rankings. The festival is UltraSignup ranked.

Available distances and formats:

• 12K: 1 lap around the lake.
• 24K: 2 laps around the lake.
• 12H Lone Wolf: solo, repeat 7.5 mile laps within 12 hours.
• 12H Relay: four person teams, one runner on course at a time.

Participants receive a premium sweatshirt. 12K and 24K finishers receive custom hats; Lone Wolf finishers earn milestone awards for 26.2M, 50M, and 100K. A post-race buffet and all-day food are provided. Refunds minus a $10 fee are available up to 30 days before the event; no refunds or deferrals within 30 days. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.