Pére Malfait Trail Race
Bastrop, United States • 15 Nov 2025
Pere Malfait Trail Race : Bastrop, LA
The event offers trail race distances of:
- 50K
- 16 Miler
- 8 Miler
Registration closes Tue, Nov 11 at 11:59 PM CT. All finishers receive a finisher medal. Top three male and female finishers in each race receive a custom plaque. Registered participants receive a long sleeve shirt, socks, and a UL Listed 220 mAh portable lithium ion power bank charger. Discount codes include 25% off for military (active and retired) and first responders, and 10% off for donors; proof must be provided within 24 hours of signup.
Course, aid, lodging, and race services
The venue is Bussey Brake Wildlife Management Area, located about 5 miles northwest of Bastrop off Bonner Ferry Road (LA Hwy 593). The area includes an 8-mile trail that follows the top of the reservoir levee. The trail is described as very flat, with holes and large ant piles in places; the front side of the course is exposed to sun and the back side has shade. Two aid stations are noted: a fully manned station at start/finish offering hot food, and an on-course station around mile 4 with ice, water, electrolytes, and snacks. Race food items listed include PB&J, chips, cookies, quesadillas, grilled cheese, pickles, candy, crackers, potatoes, gummies, sodas, water, ice, and electrolytes; a vegan option will be available. Lodging options mentioned include primitive campsites, cabins, and full-service RV hookups near Bussey Brake. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.