DeRidder Back Roads Half
- Date Sat 13th December 2025
- Time 7:00AM CST
- Location Deridder, Louisiana
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day filled with community spirit and scenic routes at the 5th annual DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon! Taking place on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, in the charming setting of DeRidder, Beauregard, this event promises a unique experience for runners of all levels. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: the challenging 13.1-mile half marathon, the spirited 10K, or the fun-filled one-mile "Fun Run," perfect for kids and families.
As you traverse the picturesque back roads, you'll soak in the beauty of the historic countryside, free from heavy traffic and red lights. With refreshing drinks and snacks waiting at the finish line, along with awards for top male and female finishers in each race category, it's set to be a fantastic day for all. Plus, your participation will support Samaritan's Purse Disaster Relief Efforts, giving back to the communities in Southwest Louisiana that have faced challenges in recent years. So, lace up your running shoes, gather your friends and family, and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy in DeRidder!
As you traverse the picturesque back roads, you'll soak in the beauty of the historic countryside, free from heavy traffic and red lights. With refreshing drinks and snacks waiting at the finish line, along with awards for top male and female finishers in each race category, it's set to be a fantastic day for all. Plus, your participation will support Samaritan's Purse Disaster Relief Efforts, giving back to the communities in Southwest Louisiana that have faced challenges in recent years. So, lace up your running shoes, gather your friends and family, and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy in DeRidder!
Organiser's Description
Its time to hit the training trails! The 5th annual Back Roads not-so-typical half marathon is approaching. We are proud to be able to bring this to our area once again. This year, we continue to have the 10K and a one mile fun run race along with the half marathon. So, come with us as we take you on the back roads tour through the historic countryside of DeRidder. No heavy traffic, no red lights; just fence lines, farm life, and a couple railroad tracks along the twists and turns of our back roads. We are proud once again to be able to support Samaritan's Purse Disaster Relief Efforts. So many communities in Southwest Louisiana were devastated in 2020, on more than one occasion, and they were here for us. It's our turn to give back!
Here are a few things to remember:
* Kids are welcome to run the mile long "Fun Run" but if they are under the age of 13, will need to have an adult at the finish line to supervise them.
* All spectators will need to stay clear of the road and not interfere with runners/walkers, especially at the finish line.
* Once you finish the race, there will be water, Gatorades and other refreshments available free for participants.
* There will be top male and female placement awards for all 3 races.
* Half Marathon
* 10K
* Fun Run, 1 mile
* Roads will only be secured for a LIMITED TIME. If you choose to walk the 13.1 we ask that you walk at a brisk pace for the duration of the race.
* No pets; we don't want to invite unwanted pets to run after our participants. This race is through the back roads and rural areas. There may be a few loose dogs along the route. We do our best to raise awareness and to inform the neighborhoods of our upcoming event.
* All finishers will receive a t-shirt if registered by December 2. If registered after December 2nd, then T-shirts will be on a first come basis but not guaranteed.
* If you would like to be a sponsor please email us. Sponsors of $100+ will be listed on shirts.
* You will receive an email outlining the route the week before the race
* Check us out on Facebook; just search for... DeRidder Back Roads Half
Here are a few things to remember:
* Kids are welcome to run the mile long "Fun Run" but if they are under the age of 13, will need to have an adult at the finish line to supervise them.
* All spectators will need to stay clear of the road and not interfere with runners/walkers, especially at the finish line.
* Once you finish the race, there will be water, Gatorades and other refreshments available free for participants.
* There will be top male and female placement awards for all 3 races.
* Half Marathon
* 10K
* Fun Run, 1 mile
* Roads will only be secured for a LIMITED TIME. If you choose to walk the 13.1 we ask that you walk at a brisk pace for the duration of the race.
* No pets; we don't want to invite unwanted pets to run after our participants. This race is through the back roads and rural areas. There may be a few loose dogs along the route. We do our best to raise awareness and to inform the neighborhoods of our upcoming event.
* All finishers will receive a t-shirt if registered by December 2. If registered after December 2nd, then T-shirts will be on a first come basis but not guaranteed.
* If you would like to be a sponsor please email us. Sponsors of $100+ will be listed on shirts.
* You will receive an email outlining the route the week before the race
* Check us out on Facebook; just search for... DeRidder Back Roads Half
Races
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DeRidder Back Roads Half
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt and Metal
Sat 13th December 2025 (7:00AM CST)
$43.40
Registrations is $40. After December 2nd the registration fee will be $45. Race day registration is allowed! -
Back Roads 10K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (7:00AM CST)
$32.80
The 10K will take the same route up to about the halfway mark of the half marathon. Then they will loop back around and come up the start line route. -
Back Roads Fun Run, 1 Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th December 2025 (7:15AM CST)
$22.20
The Fun Run will have a later start than the half marathon and 10K runners. This route will loop around soccer complex and golf course.
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