Wild Cajun Trail Runs

The Wild Cajun Trail Runs is a trail running event held at Sam Houston Jones State Park in Lake Charles, Louisiana. It features multiple distances including a 40-mile, 27-mile, 13-mile, 10K, and a 13-mile ruck race. The course consists of wide dirt single-track hiking trails through pine forests, winding rivers, cypress swamps, and moss-draped trees, with about 300 feet of elevation gain per 13.5-mile loop.

The race offers scenic natural surroundings and well-supported aid stations with food, hydration, and electrolytes. Participants receive collectible finisher medals and long-sleeve shirts, with awards for top finishers and a special medal for 40-mile finishers. The event emphasizes environmental respect and volunteer support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.