Louisville Lovin' The Hills

Louisville Lovin' the Hills

Louisville Lovin' the Hills is a trail running event in Fairdale, KY, held on single track forest trails that are divided into multiple segments. The event was postponed from February 7, 2026 to May 23, 2026. The start and finish area is located at the campground and race activities include a post race gathering in the Horine Center at the start/finish area.

The course components are described as follows:

• 50K
• 15 Miler
• 6 Miler

Originally begun in 2004 with a 50K, the event uses combinations of named trail segments. The shorter course follows the Red and Orange trails for the 6 mile distance. The 15 mile distance adds the Blue, Yost, and Purple Heart segments. The 50K combines those segments with Siltstone and Scott's Gap.

Annual training runs are held in January before the race; exact dates are announced later. Packet pickup is organized at Quest Outdoors in Louisville and includes a pasta dinner provided by a local caterer with meat and vegan options. After the race there is a communal meal in the Horine Center, wooden medals for participants, and prizes donated by Quest Outdoors. Extra event items were offered to early registrants for some distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.