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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 (6.75 miles). The race takes place entirely on single-track, rocky, and technical hardwood forest trails with moderate elevation changes (752 feet ascent/descent per loop). The course features multiple loops around the Delaware TrailHead of Perry MTB Trails near Lake Perry, providing occasional scenic views.

Aid stations are located at the start/finish and a remote water-only station at mile 3. Participants receive swag such as T-shirts and mugs, with distance-specific awards and finisher caps for 40-mile runners. Pacers and canine companions are allowed under specific rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Kansas Meriden

Race information

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40 mi
40 Miler
42 km
Marathon
21 km
1/2 Marathon
7 mi
1/4 Marathon (6.5 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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