General Butler Trail Race

  • Date Sat 2nd May 2026
  • 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 to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating General Butler Trail Race taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the picturesque Carrollton, Kentucky! This vibrant event invites participants to join the Wolf Pack for a thrilling day of outdoor adventure at General Butler State Park. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, there's something for everyone with race distances including a half marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and a 20K relay.

As you race through the stunning Ohio River Valley, don't miss the chance to enjoy breathtaking views at sunset, where the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers converge. The park itself is rich in history, named after the notable General William O. Butler, and offers a wealth of amenities including a large lodge, campground, event center, and a serene lake for exploration. Come run with us and create unforgettable memories in this beautiful setting, while celebrating the spirit of community and fitness!

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

Races

  • Saturday 5K

    Incl. $3.40 Fee

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    $43.40

  • Saturday 10K

    Incl. $4.00 Fee

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

  • Saturday 1/2 Marathon

    Incl. $4.90 Fee

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

  • Saturday 20K Relay

    Incl. $3.40 Fee

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    $43.40

  • Saturday 6 Hours of Power

    Incl. $4.30 Fee

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (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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Location

General Butler State Resort Park (Recreation Center), 1608 Hwy. 227, Carrollton, 41008, KY, United States

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