Trail Run Xtreme

Race Overview

Trail Run Xtreme is back and we're not skimping on the mud! Roots, hills, logs, mud puddles, twists and turns, and maybe even some water crossings await you along the woodsy single-track route of the Outback Trails. Bug spray will be provided before and food, fruit, and snacks afterwards with camaraderie all around. So grab your trail shoes, tighten up those laces, and get ready to let out your inner child because it's time to explore the woods and race in the dirt!

Race Date & Time

• Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
• Check-in / Race Day Registration: 8:00am (CDT)
• 3K Start Time: 8:30 AM (CDT), ages 14 & Under
• 12K Start Time: 9:00 AM (CDT), all ages

Race Location

Outback Trail at Imagination Glen East
Iron Horse Heritage Trail, Portage, IN US 46386

What You’ll Receive

• Official Shirt: 2026 Trail Run Xtreme Shirt (Deadline for guaranteed size availability is May 1st, 2026)
• Post-race Meal: Think Summer cook-out
• Awards: Top 3 in each age group will receive a TRX age group award
• Podium Awards: Overall Male and Female and Masters Male and Female will receive special podium awards

Our Course

The course is 95% shaded and wooded, with the exception of the start which goes around the soccer fields to spread the runners out. It's known for being a tough course (hence "Xtreme"). It will also be well marked with flags, signs, tape, and plenty of volunteers along the route to point you down the right path.

Awards

• Overall Awards: Overall Male/Female and Masters Male/Female
• Age Groups: 1st through 3rd place will be awarded in numerous age categories
• Clydesdale/Athena: 1st through 3rd place
• Military Awards: First Male and Female Finisher representing each branch of the military

Youth Trail Running

As part of an initiative to promote youth trail running, special age-based pricing for the 12K distance of TRX will be available for all runners 18 and under. Registration fees will remain at just $20 and include all the same benefits.

Beneficiary

A portion of race proceeds benefit the organizations below. Additional donations can be made during the registration process.
Outback Trail Commission: a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to the maintenance and construction of trails. Their volunteers prep and mark the course, provide water stops, and course marshalling on race day.

FAQ

• Running with a stroller: Absolutely not. Have you seen these trails?
• Dogs Allowed: Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome at the event staging area and other spectator spots, but not on the course.
• Why isn’t my shirt guaranteed? Quantities are limited post-May 1st registration.

Interested in Sponsoring Trail Run Xtreme?

Earn perks like FREE race entries, features in social media posts and race emails, prominent logo placement (on the finish line arch, website, race bibs, and the official race shirt), opportunities to setup a table on-site, placement of your promotional items in racer swag bags, and more!

Please contact Race Director Kirk Cherep with any sponsorship inquiries.
Phone: (219) 307-5886
Email: [email protected]

Additional Information

For more details about the race, please visit this link.