Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler

Event Overview

Join us for one of Lexington's only true trail races on the beautiful Veterans Park trails to help keep our watershed clean & green!

Race Details

• Name: 12th Annual Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler
• Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM
• Location: Veterans Park in South Lexington

Course Information

• Distance: 4 miles
• Terrain: Park, trails, and pathways along East Hickman Creek
• Timing: Chip timed
• Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall and Age Groups (5-year divisions)

Participant Perks

• T-shirts: Commemorative long-sleeved T-shirts for all registrants
• Photos: Free race photos provided by Ruby Cline-Eaton
• Virtual Opportunity: Participate as a Virtual Runner/Walker for $30
• Hydration Stops: Two stops along the course (Mile Marker 1 and 3)

Packet Pickup

• When: Race morning from 7:30-8:45 AM
• Where: Veterans Park
• Details: Officially measured and marked course for safety
• Terrain: Open grassy areas and rocky creek crossings

Beneficiary

The 2026 race beneficiary will again be the Hickman Creek Conservancy. Read more below and consider a donation to help them achieve their mission.

Contact Information

Questions about the race can be directed to Bob Baney, Race Director at [email protected]

Race Route

4 MILER ROUTE (This mapping is slightly short, but course will be mapped accurately at 4.0 miles. This map represents the general configuration of the route and is subject to change)

Additional Information

For more information and to register, visit the race page.