The Old School @ Lincoln Parish Park

Ruston, United States • 21 Mar 2026

The Old School @ Lincoln Parish Park : Ruston, LA

The Old School at Lincoln Parish Park is a trail running event held in Ruston, Louisiana. The organizer describes this as an "old school" mud and dirt trail run now in its sixth year. The event takes place at Lincoln Parish Park, located at 211 Parish Park Road, Ruston, LA 71270.

Distances offered:

  • 5 mile - half loop of the 10 mile course
  • 10 mile - one full loop
  • 20 mile - two 10 mile loops

The course uses park trails and includes aid support. An aid station will be at the start/finish area and additional aid will be available on course at about mile 4 and mile 6. Timing is provided through a partnership with a race timing company. The event notes ongoing support from Ruston based businesses and a local Ruston charity.

Food service is planned at 10:45 and is primarily intended for participants in the 10 mile and 20 mile events; 5 mile participants are offered a pastry or muffin and a cold beverage. Entry uses tiered pricing with scheduled increases. RV and campsite options are mentioned for the park, with RV sites and campsite fees stated in organizer information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 mi
20 Mile
10 mi
10 Mile
5 mi
5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Join the inaugural Heritage Classical Academy 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run in Ruston for a family friendly grassy cross country course at The Gospel. Run or walk to support the school as proceeds fund adding early grades.

Hit the trails at The Old School in Lincoln Parish Park, Ruston on March 21, 2026, with 5, 10 and 20 mile options on muddy dirt trails. Food, aid stations and timed results make it a fun challenge for all levels.