General Butler Trail Race
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Carrollton, Kentucky
- Price $43.40 - $69.90
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the General Butler Trail Race on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, in the picturesque Carrollton, Carroll! This exciting event invites runners of all levels to join the Wolf Pack for a choice of thrilling race distances, including a challenging half marathon, a 20K relay, as well as 10K and 5K options.
Set against the stunning backdrop of General Butler State Park, participants will enjoy breathtaking views, especially at sunset when the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers is visible. The park, rich in history and natural beauty, was named after General William O. Butler, a notable figure from Kentucky's past. With amenities like a large lodge, campground, event center, and a tranquil lake, the park offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to run through the scenic Ohio River Valley and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Set against the stunning backdrop of General Butler State Park, participants will enjoy breathtaking views, especially at sunset when the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers is visible. The park, rich in history and natural beauty, was named after General William O. Butler, a notable figure from Kentucky's past. With amenities like a large lodge, campground, event center, and a tranquil lake, the park offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to run through the scenic Ohio River Valley and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
JOIN THE WOLF PACK FOR A TRAIL 1/2 MARATHON, 6 HOURS OF POWER, 10K, 5K & 20K RELAY IN GENERAL BUTLER STATE PARK! ENJOY THE OVERLOOK AT SUNSET TO SEE THE CONFLUENCE OF THE KENTUCKY AND OHIO RIVERS. COME AND RUN WITH US IN THE OHIO RIVER VALLEY!
THE GENERAL BUTLER STATE RESORT PARK IS NAMED FOR EARLY AMERICAN GENERAL WILLIAM O. BUTLER OF KENTUCKY, WHO FOUGHT IN THE WAR OF 1812 AND THE MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR. THE PARK WAS BUILT ON THE GROUNDS OF THE BUTLER FAMILY FARM, WHICH WAS BEGUN BY GENERAL BUTLERS FATHER, PERCIVAL BUTLER, WHO FOUGHT IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR. STILL STANDING IS THE BUTLER-TURPIN HOUSE, WHICH WAS BUILT IN 1859 FOR MARY ELEANOR BUTLER, NIECE OF GENERAL BUTLER, AND HER HUSBAND PHILIP TURPIN. TODAY, THE BUTLER-TURPIN HOUSE IS A MUSEUM OPEN FOR GUIDED TOURS, FEATURING PIECES FROM THE FAMILYS HISTORY. THE PARK ALSO HAS A LARGE LODGE, CAMPGROUND, EVENT CENTER, AND LAKE FOR VISITORS TO EXPLORE.
RACE PERMITTED UNDER SPECIAL USE AUTHORIZATION FROM GENERAL BUTLER STATE RESORT PARK
THE GENERAL BUTLER STATE RESORT PARK IS NAMED FOR EARLY AMERICAN GENERAL WILLIAM O. BUTLER OF KENTUCKY, WHO FOUGHT IN THE WAR OF 1812 AND THE MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR. THE PARK WAS BUILT ON THE GROUNDS OF THE BUTLER FAMILY FARM, WHICH WAS BEGUN BY GENERAL BUTLERS FATHER, PERCIVAL BUTLER, WHO FOUGHT IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR. STILL STANDING IS THE BUTLER-TURPIN HOUSE, WHICH WAS BUILT IN 1859 FOR MARY ELEANOR BUTLER, NIECE OF GENERAL BUTLER, AND HER HUSBAND PHILIP TURPIN. TODAY, THE BUTLER-TURPIN HOUSE IS A MUSEUM OPEN FOR GUIDED TOURS, FEATURING PIECES FROM THE FAMILYS HISTORY. THE PARK ALSO HAS A LARGE LODGE, CAMPGROUND, EVENT CENTER, AND LAKE FOR VISITORS TO EXPLORE.
RACE PERMITTED UNDER SPECIAL USE AUTHORIZATION FROM GENERAL BUTLER STATE RESORT PARK
Races
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Saturday 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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Saturday 10K
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$54.00
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Saturday 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$69.90
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Saturday 20K Relay
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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Saturday 6 Hours of Power
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$59.30
Challenge yourself to run as many 5K loops as possible in six hours. You must complete four loops to finish the race officially. The record at General Butler State Resort Park is 10 loops.
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