The Wildcat @ General Butler
- 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
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at The Wildcat @ General Butler on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Carrollton, Kentucky! This exciting event invites participants to join the Wolf Pack for a thrilling trail experience featuring a challenging half marathon, a lively 10K, a 5K fun run, and a 20K relay race, all set against the stunning backdrop of General Butler State Park.
As you race through the picturesque Ohio River Valley, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking sunset views at the park's overlook, where the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers creates a spectacular scene. General Butler State Resort Park, rich in history and natural beauty, offers a perfect setting with its lodge, campground, event center, and serene lake. This is more than just a race; it’s an opportunity to connect with nature, challenge yourself, and create lasting memories with fellow runners. Don't miss out on this incredible event in the heart of Kentucky!
As you race through the picturesque Ohio River Valley, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking sunset views at the park's overlook, where the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers creates a spectacular scene. General Butler State Resort Park, rich in history and natural beauty, offers a perfect setting with its lodge, campground, event center, and serene lake. This is more than just a race; it’s an opportunity to connect with nature, challenge yourself, and create lasting memories with fellow runners. Don't miss out on this incredible event in the heart of Kentucky!
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 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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Saturday 10K
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$54.00
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Saturday 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$69.90
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Saturday 20K Relay
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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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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General Butler State Resort Park (Recreation Center), 1608 Hwy. 227, Carrollton, 41008, KY, United States
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