The Skyline Scramble - Topeka, KS
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The Skyline Scramble - Topeka, KS
The Skyline Scramble is a trail running event on March 6, 2027 in Topeka, KS at Skyline Park. Event formats include individual time-limited races, a team relay, and a kids race.
Distances and formats
- 3-Hour individual endurance event
- 6-Hour individual endurance event
- 12-Hour individual endurance event
- 12-Hour Team Relay teams of three
- 2-Mile Kids Race for K through 8th grade
Course and format The event uses a rugged 2.15-mile single-loop trail through the wooded south summit of Skyline Park. The loop features rocks, roots, and boardwalks, passes the highest point at Burnett’s Mound, and gains about 250 feet of elevation per loop. For the 3-hour, 6-hour, and 12-hour formats, participants repeatedly run the same loop within a fixed time window and the competitor with the most complete loops wins.
Team and kids details The 12-hour relay is for teams of three sharing one bib; each team member must complete at least one loop. The kids race covers one full 2.15-mile loop with elementary and middle school divisions. Parents or guardians may run with their child and must register the child and sign a waiver in person at packet pickup.
Logistics and rules Packet pickup is available the day before at Fleet Feet (2130 SW Wanamaker Rd) and on race day at Skyline Park. Parking is available near the access road with closer parking for 12-hour competitors. Minimum age for the 3H, 6H, 12H, and 12H team relay is 14 with a parent or guardian waiver required for minors under 18. No pacers or non-competitors are allowed on the course. Drop bags are allowed at the start/finish area. Awards include a finisher award, race shirt, and top-three male and female awards for the 3H, 6H, and 12H events; the top relay team receives awards for each member. Littering, cutting the trail, or providing assistance outside the start/finish aid station can lead to disqualification. Pets must be leashed or left at home. If the event is canceled for severe weather, refunds are not guaranteed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
