Dino Trail Run - Mounds State Park

Event overview

The Mounds State Park trail run is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026. It is part of the DINO 2026 Trail Run Series and takes place at 4306 Mounds Rd, Anderson, IN 46017. The venue includes a heated pavilion and heated restrooms.

Distances

• 15K
• 5K

Course and facilities

The race starts just inside the park gatehouse. The 15K route begins southward and the 5K begins northward. The 15K course uses the southern section three times and the northern section two times; runners pass the lap/finish split twice before finishing on the third southern loop. Aid stations are placed at approximately every two miles. The course rating is given as Hills 3 and Surface 2 on a 1 to 5 scale. The park offers views of the White River and the ceremonial mounds.

Registration, fees and rules

Online registration closes the Wednesday before the event at midnight; in-person registration is available on race day. Entry fees listed are 5K $30 and 15K $35; day-of entry is an additional $10 or more. The kids race is free. Madison County residents receive 50% off with ID; season pass options are available for multiple events. No refunds. Transfers and participant changes are subject to time cutoffs and a $20 service fee for transfers to another participant. Race rules require a visible race number, following marked trails, and no headphones or dogs. Overall top three finishers in each distance receive medals; top three in each age group also receive medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.