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JMF Trails Hillbilly Half

Louisville, United States • 22 Nov 2025

The JMF Trails Hillbilly Half

The JMF Trails Hillbilly Half is a trail half marathon held at Jefferson Memorial Forest in Louisville, KY. The event takes place on November 22 and is organized as a 1/2 marathon on forest trails. This edition is part of the event's series and is staged from the Horine parking area.

Course, aid stations, and policies

The course starts at Horine, circles the Horine area lake, descends Yost Ridge Trail to the Welcome Center, then follows the Siltstone Trail past Bearcamp Road to a turnaround on the Siltstone ridge. Runners return on the same route, with multiple long climbs and descents along the way. Aid stations are located at miles 2, 5, 8, and 11 and are stocked with sports drink, water, Coca-Cola, and a variety of food items; gels are not provided. Participants are advised to carry their own water container; using a reusable cup is suggested. Refunds are not available, but registrations may be deferred to the following year. A local outdoor retailer, Quest Outdoors, is listed as a long-time sponsor with a retail address in Louisville. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Kentucky Louisville

Race information

Website Registration
13 mi
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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