Tour de Trail - Shawnee Mission Park South

Tour de Trail - Shawnee Mission Park South

The Tour de Trail - Shawnee Mission Park South is a trail running or hiking event. It is part of a six-race series designed to introduce participants to different trail systems in the Kansas City area. The distance for this race is approximately 10 kilometers (ranging from 5.5 to 6.5 miles).

Registration and Fees

Registration for a single race is $50. A $5 donation from each entry fee goes to the local organization Urban Trail Co. On-site registration on the day of the event is available for $60 (cash or check) or $65 via electronic payment.

Course and Event Details

The race takes place at Shawnee Mission Park in Shawnee, Kansas, starting at Shelter 10. The course is marked with distinctive flagging. There is a 4-hour time limit to finish. Participants can expect water at an aid station and cold drinks and light snacks at the finish line. The event is cupless, so runners must provide their own hydration device.

Rules and Logistics

No poles are allowed, unless a participant has a medical exemption approved by the race director. Dogs are allowed on a leash, and owners must clean up after them. The use of personal music devices with headphones is permitted, but speakers are not allowed. The parks and roads remain open during the event.

Participants receive a sticker and a handmade finisher's award. Awards are given for the top three finishers in the women's, men's, and non-binary categories.

The event has a partnership with the Trail Mix Fund, a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance for race entry fees, particularly for individuals from the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities or those facing financial barriers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.