The Snake 10-Mile Trail Race

🏃‍♂️ The Snake 10-Mile Trail Race

Join us on 2026-07-25 at 812 N 1402 Rd, Lawrence, KS for the 7th annual Snake 10-Mile Trail Race! Starting and finishing at Shelter 1 in Overlook Park, at Clinton Lake, this race takes its name from the winding nature of the course. Set amid the rugged trails and old-growth forest of the north shore of Clinton Lake, Lawrence, Kansas, the unique course layout promises a new experience to even the seasoned Clinton Lake veteran!

💰 Special Discounts for Trail Hawks

• Discount: DUES-PAYING LAWRENCE TRAIL HAWKS GET $10 OFF THE ENTRY FEE when using their Runsignup account associated to their Trail Hawks Membership.
• Membership Signup: To sign up as a member before registering so you may get the discount, visit Lawrence Trail Hawks.

🍉 Race Features

• Aid Station: The SNAKE features a midway aid station staffed by fellow trail runners.
• Post-Race Feast: Enjoy a post-race watermelon feast for runners, volunteers, families, and friends.
• Course Experience: The SNAKE is designed for runners who like using the words "brutal" and "fun" in the same sentence.
• Packet Pickup: Will be on race-day morning, starting at 6 am. Start time at 7 am.

🐍 Snake Safety Announcement

SPECIAL SNAKE SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT: The race directors have once again concluded a special arrangement with the snakes of Clinton Lake not to attack any runners in "The Snake." On signing up, each entrant will be given a unique "snake name." As a runner, if you encounter a snake on the trail, simply identify yourself with your snake name, then give the snake as wide a berth as possible, and the snake will leave you in peace. Molesting snakes in any way violates the terms of our agreement with the snake population. When snakes and people meet, both should depart unharmed.

📋 Race Guidelines

To help protect our runners and minimize our impact on beautiful Clinton Lake, runners should follow these guidelines:

• Trail Respect: Stay on marked trails, and don't litter. Runners caught littering will be disqualified.
• Sign In/Out: We will have a sign in/sign out sheet on race day. Sign in when you get there, sign out before you leave.
• Dog Policy: Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. Please ensure your dog is capable of handling the distance and heat.
• No Wheeled Vehicles: No jogging strollers or other wheeled vehicles. You're welcome to try, but we reserve the right to film it and post the results to YouTube. :)
• No Alcohol: No drinking alcoholic beverages or smoking on the course during the race.
• Public Courtesy: The trails will be open to the public: be courteous to other users.
• Under 14 Policy: Any runner under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult runner at all times during the race.
• Hydration: Runners must carry a container for hydration while on the course.

For more information and registration, visit the official race page.