Knobstone 50

Borden, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event details

The Knobstone 50 is a point-to-point trail race on April 11, 2026 in southern Indiana. The distance is 50 miles, running northward along the Knobstone Trail from Deam Lake State Recreation Area (1217 Deam Lake Rd, Borden, IN) to Delaney Creek Park (8215 Delaney Park Rd, Scottsburg, IN). Registration for the event closes April 3, 2026. The event listing also indicates a pacer option for the 50-mile distance.

Course, cutoffs and gear

The course follows the Knobstone Trail and accumulates roughly 10,000 feet of elevation gain. The organizer describes the trail as rugged and steep, often compared to Appalachian terrain. Updated proactive cutoffs at aid stations include: Elk Creek at 32.8 miles with a 12 hour 25 minute limit; Oxley at 38.2 miles with a 14 hour 30 minute limit; Spurgeon at 44.1 miles with a 16 hour 45 minute limit; final cut-off at 50.0 miles with a 19 hour limit. All participants receive a custom performance hat made with 100% recycled materials, featuring a breathable mesh top, pliable brim, and an internal sweatband.

Awards and policies

Entrants may register as Male, Female, or Non-Binary; declared gender is accepted without additional documentation. The top three male and top three female finishers receive podium awards; there are no additional awards in the non-binary category at this time. Each finisher’s name is added to a yearly Finisher Slab. The race allows deferment of entries for up to two years for participants who become pregnant after registering or who are parents to a recent newborn or adopted child; the race may request supporting proof and asks entrants to contact the Race Director in advance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
10000 m+
Knobstone 50 Mile
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