Mammoth Cave 50K/25K

Join us for the 6th running of Mammoth Cave 50K/25K trail race on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in beautiful Mammoth Cave National Park! Named after the historic railroad that once roared through Mammoth Cave National Park from 1886 through 1931, the Bike & Hike Trail provides a scenic, wooded experience within the Park on a crushed gravel surface. The out-and-back trail offers some challenging ascents/descents along its scenic route, and is perfect for the first-time trail runner or racers looking to set a lightening fast PR! Mammoth cave is the world's largest known cave system with over 420 miles created 10 millon years ago. It is also a UNESCO world heritage site. While you are here for the run make sure to get tickets to visit the cave prior to your arrival. There are also many other caves around the area. This destinatioin is perfect for a family vacation. This race was started by Kevin Mays, whom many of you know, and this year he has given me the pleasure of taking over as the race director. He has done a wonderful job of involving the community in the race and I hope to carry on all he has started. The logo has been a white squirrel which is rare in the wild but abuntant in Bowling Green, Kentucky. So maybe you will see one! Seeing one represents purity, transformation, and good fortune. The race will start at 7:00 AM (Central), for both distances, from the Bell's Tavern Pavilion in Park City, KY, and will end by 3 pm . A hard cutoff of 8 hours will be imposed for both distances. Post-Cutoff Finishers: We understand that everyone brings their own pace to the race, and we deeply appreciate the effort and determination it takes to cross the finish line, no matter the time. However, please note that after the 3 pm cutoff, race-day activities will wind down, and many participants, volunteers, and spectators may have already departed. If you find yourself finishing after the cutoff, we want to assure you that your achievement is no less valued. Your pe