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Free State Trail Run

Meriden, United States • 11 Oct 2025

The Free State Trail Run, held in Meriden, Kansas, offers challenging distances including a 40-mile, marathon, half marathon, and quarter marathon. The race takes place on a 6.75-mile single-track loop trail through a hardwood forest with rocky, technical terrain and moderate elevation changes. Runners enjoy occasional views of Lake Perry along the course.

The event starts at the Kimberly Drive Trailhead and features a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish, with water-only at a remote station. Participants receive swag such as T-shirts and mugs, and finishers earn distance-specific awards. Pacers and canine companions are allowed under specific conditions, and safety measures include cut-off times and mandatory lighting for late runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Kansas Meriden

Race information

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40 mi
752 m+
40-Miler
26 mi
752 m+
Marathon
13 mi
752 m+
1/2-Marathon
10 km
752 m+
1/4-Marathon (6.5-Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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