Etown Trail Classic
- Date Sat 21st March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Elizabethtown, Kentucky
- Price Free - $80.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra, 5km
Event summary
Participants will strive to complete as many loops as possible within the 8-hour timeframe, aiming for personal mileage records or even hitting the 50K mark. With a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish area, runners can stay fueled and focused, surrounded by a supportive community. The laid-back loop format ensures you're never far from your gear, nutrition, or fellow competitors. Plus, there are awards for top finishers in various categories, including male, female, and teams, along with finisher's prizes for all participants. Join us for a day of determination, camaraderie, and breathtaking views at Buffalo Lake, while supporting the TKS Middle School Cheer Team with every step you take!
Organiser's Description
The roughly 3-mile loop offers a mix of crushed gravel paths, rolling singletrack, and quiet lakeside views with minimal elevation gainmaking it ideal for steady pacing and mental focus. Run as many loops as you can in 8 hours. Whether you're aiming for a personal mileage record, looking to hit 50K or beyond, or simply want to enjoy a long day on the trail, this event is all about endurance, community, and pushing your own boundaries.
Fully stocked aid station at the start/finish area keeps you fueled, while the laid-back, looped format means youre never far from your gear, nutrition, or a cheering crowd.
Solo runners and relay teams welcome.
No cutoff pacejust keep moving forward.
Join us for a full day of dirt, determination, and lakeside views at the Buffalo Lake 8-Hour Ultra.
AWARDS
There will be awards for the top male/female/team finishers based on mileage completed in the 8 hour ultra, along with a finisher's prize for all runners. The 5K will have awards for the top 3 over all Male and Female runners and overall under 12 Kids awards.
PIT AREA
Runners are able to set up chairs, blankets (no larger than 10x10) in the field past the start/finish line. Tents are also welcome for those wanting a little extra space.
OUR PURPOSE
All proceed from this race will go to the TKS Middle School Cheer Team to help reduce the cost on Families for uniforms and competition fees.
Races
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8 Hour Endurance Race
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$80.50
OPENS 01 SEP -
8 Hour Endurance Race Relay
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$54.00
OPENS 01 SEP -
5K Trail Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 SEP -
Volunteer
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 SEP
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