The Wildcat @ General Butler
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Carrollton, Kentucky
- Price $43.40 - $69.90
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor fun at The Wildcat event on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, in the stunning General Butler State Park located in Carrollton, Kentucky! This exciting occasion invites runners of all abilities to join the Wolf Pack for a thrilling trail half marathon, as well as 6 hours of power, 10K, 5K, and 20K relay races. Experience the breathtaking views of the Ohio River Valley, especially the picturesque sunset over the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers.
General Butler State Park, rich in history and natural beauty, is named after the distinguished General William O. Butler, a hero of the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War. Visitors can also explore the historical Butler-Turpin House, a museum showcasing the family's legacy. With a large lodge, campground, event center, and serene lake, General Butler State Park offers a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable day of racing and connecting with nature. Join us for this spectacular event and make lasting memories!
General Butler State Park, rich in history and natural beauty, is named after the distinguished General William O. Butler, a hero of the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War. Visitors can also explore the historical Butler-Turpin House, a museum showcasing the family's legacy. With a large lodge, campground, event center, and serene lake, General Butler State Park offers a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable day of racing and connecting with nature. Join us for this spectacular event and make lasting memories!
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 7th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$43.40
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Saturday 10K
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 7th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$54.00
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Saturday 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee
Sat 7th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$69.90
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Saturday 6 Hours of Power
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sat 7th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$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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General Butler State Resort Park (Recreation Center), 1608 Hwy. 227, Carrollton, 41008, KY, United States
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