The Great Scorpion Trail Run

Meridian, United States • 9 Jan 2027

The Great Scorpion Trail Run

The Great Scorpion Trail Run is scheduled for January 9, 2027, as the 10th annual edition at Bonita Lakes Park, 66 Bonita Reservoir Road, Meridian, MS 39301. The event offers multiple trail race distances and uses RFID chip timing provided by Time 2 Run.

Available race distances:

  • 50K
  • 25K
  • 12.5K

The race benefits the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. The event page notes that the ninth edition saw course records in the 50K divisions and a revised King of the Loop record. Results from 2026 and split times are available for reference.

Race logistics and amenities mentioned include a family friendly setting, parking on the course to allow personal aid stations, and custom awards produced for the race. Sponsors named for recent editions include Tailwind Nutrition and Total Rehab. The organizer indicated that registration details will be announced and that Scorpion patches were offered in 2025 to the first 100 registrants.

RFID chip timing is used for official times. The event materials for recent years have included a race bib, a medal, and other event-specific items. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
25 km
25k
13 km
12.5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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