The Snake 10-Mile Trail Race

The Snake 10-Mile Trail Race

Date: July 25, 2026

Location: 812 N 1402 Rd, Lawrence, KS

URL: https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Lawrence/snake10mile?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB

Race Overview

Starting and finishing this year at Shelter 2 in Overlook Park, at Clinton Lake, the 8th annual Snake 10-Mile Trail 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!

Membership Discount

• Dues-Paying Members: Lawrence Trail Hawks get $10 off the entry fee when using their Runsignup account associated with their Trail Hawks Membership.
• Membership Sign-Up: To sign up as a member before registering to get the discount, visit https://runsignup.com/lawrencetrailhawks

Race Features

• Aid Station: The SNAKE features a midway aid station staffed by fellow trail runners.
• Post-Race Event: Enjoy a post-race watermelon feast for runners, volunteers, families, and friends.
• Challenge: The SNAKE is designed for runners who like using the words "brutal" and "fun" in the same sentence.

Race Day Details

• Packet Pickup: Packet pickup will be on race-day morning, starting at 6 am.
• Start Time: The start time is at 7 am.

Special 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

• Trail Respect: Respect the trails. 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 to ensure all runners are safely off the trails.
• Dog Policy: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. Please ensure your dog is capable of handling the distance and heat.
• 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.

Additional Guidelines

• No Alcohol: No drinking alcoholic beverages or smoking on the course during the race.
• Public Trails: The trails will be open to the public: be courteous to other users.
• Age Requirement: 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.