Mammoth Cave 50K/25K

🏞️ Race Overview

• Event: Join us for the 6th running of Mammoth Cave 50K/25K trail race on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in beautiful Mammoth Cave National Park!
• Location: 130-318 Old Dixie Hwy, Park City, KY
• Trail: The Bike & Hike Trail offers a scenic, wooded experience with a crushed gravel surface and some challenging ascents/descents.
• Perfect for: First-time trail runners or racers looking to set a lightning fast PR!

🕰️ Race Day Details

• Start Time: The race will start at 7:00 AM (Central) for both distances.
• Cutoff: A hard cutoff of 8 hours will be imposed for both distances, and the race will end by 3 PM.
• Location: Both distances will start from Bell's Tavern Pavilion in Park City, KY.
• Post-Cutoff Finisher Policy: We value all finishers, even after the cutoff, acknowledging their effort and determination.

🌍 Exploring Mammoth Cave

• Significance: Mammoth Cave is the world's largest known cave system, created 10 million years ago and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Visit: Make sure to get tickets to visit the cave prior to your arrival.
• Family-friendly: This destination is perfect for a family vacation, with many other caves to explore around the area.
• Local History: The race was started by Kevin Mays, who did a wonderful job of involving the community.

🚫 Race Restrictions

• Registration Limit: Registration is capped at 150 runners due to National Park restrictions. Additional spots may open based on demand and permit approval.
• Trail Distance: Understand that this is a trail race: distances are approximate and may not align perfectly with GPS measurements.
• Cupless Race: Runners must provide their own collapsible cups, bottles, or hydration packs for refills at the aid stations.
• Aid Stations: Aid stations will offer water, sports drinks, and delicious snacks.

🛏️ Lodging and Camping

• Lodging Options: For lodging options within the Park, please visit Lodging information.
• Camping Reservations: Available at Camping information.
• Course Map: You can find the course map at Course Map.
• Stay Updated: We look forward to a great year and will keep you posted with details.

🏃‍♀️ Join Us!

This event sells out quickly, so don’t miss your chance to be a part of this exciting race in one of America’s most stunning natural parks!