Winona Lake Trail Fest 2026

Event Overview

Winona Lake Trail Fest presented by KCV Cycling & Lake City Restoration

September 25-27, 2026

Location: Hauth Trailhead (900 E Pierceton Road)

Mark your calendars and join us for a local favorite - the 12 Hours of Winona and the 5th Annual Winona Lake Trail Fest presented by KCV Cycling and our friends at Lake City Restoration!

• Community Event: A weekend for the whole community with activities for all ages.
• Activities: Includes kids night ride/scavenger hunt, trail runs, MTB races, and clinics.
• Entertainment: Features live music, a food truck, and cold brews.
• Support: All proceeds raise awareness and money for the Winona Lake Bike Park.

Friday, September 25

• 7 PM: On-site registration for Finding Big Foot Kids' Guided Night Ride & Scavenger Hunt.
• 7:30 PM: Finding Big Foot Kids' Guided Night Ride & Scavenger Hunt (ages up to 17, parents can ride with kids).

Saturday, September 26

• 8:30 AM: On-site registration for Saturday or Sunday events.
• 10:30 AM: Start of the 6 and 12 Hour MTB Races (solo, duo, and teams up to 4 participants).
• 12 PM & 2 PM: Kid's MTB Skills Clinics.
• 8-10:30 PM: Live Music + Bonfire & S'Mores.

Sunday, September 27

• 8:30 AM: On-site registration for Sunday events.
• 10 AM: 5K/10K Trail Fun Runs (14 and under / 15 and over).
• 12-4 PM: Kids MTB Races (Grades K-2/Grades 3-5/Grades 6-8/Grades 9-12).

Registration Information

• Pre-Registration: Online registration is available until Wednesday, September 23 (at noon) to save at least $10.
• Junior Discounts: Juniors (17 and under) racing the 6 or 12 Hour MTB Race save 50% if registered by Wednesday, September 23 (at noon).
• Functional Equipment: Kids and adult guides participating in the Finding Big Foot Night Ride must have a functional light to enter the trails.
• Scoring: Races will have prizes, but the goal is to have fun and not take things too seriously.

Race Details

• LeMan's Start: The 6/12 Hour MTB Race will begin with riders running to their bike parked near the start.
• Course Length: The 6/12 Hour MTB Race Course will be approximately 6 miles per lap with mostly green trails.
• Night Riding: Riders competing after dark must have a functional light to enter the trails.
• E-MTB Categories: Duo or team riders using e-MTBs must race in the appropriate E-MTB category.

Important Notices

NOTE: Please check the KCV and Winona Lake Trails websites and social media channels for the latest updates. All schedules subject to change or cancellation depending on weather or participation.

For more details, or to ask questions, contact: info@kcvcycling.org

For additional information, visit the race website: http://www.BikeReg.com/wltf