
Sept 19th 2026
O'Bannon Woods State Park
A Journey along the Adventure Trail


50Mile

50k

25k

50Mile Relay

RACE DATE: Sept 19th, 2026
EVENTS: 50 Mile, 50k, 25k, 50Mile Relay.
LOCATION: O'Bannon Woods State Park - Group Camp (Start/Finish)
REGISTRATION: Online registration closes: Sept 12th at Midnight -
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Limited in-person registration available race weekend if not sold out (+$10)
CAMPING / LODGING:
Stay steps from the start/finish at the Group Camp.
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On-site lodging: $35/night
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Limited availability
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Multi-night savings options available at registration (or RunSignup store)
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Additional camping available within O’Bannon Woods State Park - Reserve online here
PRICING
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Prices increase August 1st & Sept. 1st
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$10 more in person if not sold out.
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50Mile (6:00am) - Early $110/ Standard $125/ Late $145
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50 Mile Relay (2-4person) (6:00a.m.) Per Person - Early $45 / Standard $55 / Late $65
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50k (7:30a.m.) - Early $90 / Standard $105 / Late $115
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25k (8:00am) - Early $65/ Standard $80/ Late $90
ITR Members receive 15% discount (apply at checkout or contact us if not shown).
POST-RACE EXPERIENCE:
(Details subject to final confirmation for 2026)
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Finisher medals
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Age group awards (Top 3 M/F per division) + Overall awards
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Age Groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49. 50-59. 60-69, 70+
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Fire pit & festival atmosphere
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Post-race food & celebration
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Camping at finish area
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Nearby attractions: Marengo Cave, hiking, kayaking, biking
Optional apparel (hoodies & shirts) available — must be ordered by Sept 1. Race day apparel purchases not guaranteed. We are unable to ship purchases not picked up during the event.
Adventure Trail Ultras at O'Bannon Woods State Park is a demanding, scenic trail race just 30 minutes from Louisville, featuring a 50 Miler(+Relay), 50K, and 25K built around the Adventure Trail system.
The 50 Miler/Relay and 50K are run on a challenging 25-mile loop, while the 25K and portions of the 50K also use shorter segmented loops—offering both a true ultra grind and a more accessible but still rugged experience. Expect rolling, technical singletrack, steady climbs, and fast forest sections throughout.
Beyond the course, the park adds to the adventure with camping, bunkhouse lodging, cave tours, hiking, biking, and kayaking, making it a full weekend destination. This is truly a hidden gem. You will find great food, breweries and tourism like Marengo Cave just 20mins away.
With strong aid support, optional live tracking, great post-race food this is a true trail ultra built for runners chasing challenge, scenery, and a full outdoor experience!
The Blue River is the only habitat in Indiana for the Hellbender salamander. Learn more about this incredible species—and how to help protect its future HERE!
VOLUNTEERING
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If you are unable to run please consider Volunteering, Volunteers are Essential to this event!
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Volunteers receive FREE T-Shirt, Free Festival Camping, Meal & Discounts into future races
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Register to volunteer HERE or email us for opportunities!


COURSE MAPS
Preliminary courses. Courses are being finalized and subject to revisions.
GUIDEBOOK COMING...
AWAITING FINALIZED COURSE...
STAY TUNED!

AID STATION INFO
Drop bags are for 50Milers & 50k runners only! .

EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, Sept 18th
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5:00p.m.-8:30p.m.
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Packet Pick-up / Late registration (if available) Location TBA
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Runners May Check into Group Camp Lodging (Details in Guidebook)
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10:00p.m. - Quite hours for runners
Saturday, Sept 19th
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5:00a.m.-5:45am: 50 Miler / Relay Check in
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We Strongly encourage you to check in Friday evening, we can not stress this enough!
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6:00a.m. 50Miler/ Relay Start
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Start is @Group Camp
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6:00am -7:45am: 50k & 25k Check in
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8:30am: 50k Start
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Start is @Group Camp
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9:00am: 25k Start
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Start is @Group Camp
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10:00p.m. Final cut off for ALL Distances.
Sunday, Sept 20th
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8:00am-9:30a.m: Breakfast
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Must purchase prior to online store close
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12:00p.m: All Participants staying in Bunkhouses must go home!


Directions
Race Start will be @Group Camp at O'Bannon State Park
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