Trail Run Xtreme is back and we're not skimping on the mud! R oots, hills, logs, mud puddles, twists and turns, and maybe even some water crossings await you along the woodsy single-track route of the Outback Trails. Bug spray will be provided before and food, fruit, and snacks afterwards with camaraderie all around. So grab your trail shoes, tighten up those laces, and get ready to let out your inner child because it's time to explore the woods and race in the dirt! RACE DATE & TIME Date of Race - Sunday, May 17, 2026 Check-in / Race Day Registration opens - 8:00am (CDT) Race Start Times : 3K (ages 14 & Under) - 8:30 AM (CDT) 12K (all ages) - 9:00 AM (CDT) RACE LOCATION Outback Trail at Imagination Glen East Iron Horse Heritage Trail Portage, IN US 46386 WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE • Official 2026 Trail Run Xtreme Shirt (Deadline for guaranteed size availability is May 1st, 2026) • Post-race meal (think Summer cook-out) • Top 3 in each age group will receive a TRX age group award. Overall Male and Female and Masters Male and Female will receive special podium awards OUR COURSE The course is 95% shaded and wooded, with the exception of the start which goes around the soccer fields to spread the runners out. It's known for being a tough course (hence "Xtreme"). It will also be well marked with flags, signs, tape, and plenty of volunteers along the route to point you down the right path. AWARDS There will be awards for Overall Male/Female and Masters Male/Female. Age Groups (1st through 3rd place will be awarded): 8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+ Clydesdale/Athena 1st through 3rd place Awards will also be presented to the First Male and Female Finisher representing each branch of the military. This race is a Calumet Striders Gold Cup Series Event! YOUTH TRAIL RUNNING As part of an initiative to promote youth trail running, special age-based pricing fo
12K: T-Shirt
3K: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12K | $40.00 | Jan 16 | Apr 18 |
| $45.00 | Apr 18 | May 17 | |
| $50.00 | May 17 | May 18 | |
| 3K | $20.00 | Jan 16 | May 17 |
| $25.00 | May 17 | May 18 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73 | 1:27:52 | 1:01:53 |
| 2024 | 88 | 1:38:16 | 1:02:18 |
| 2023 | 62 | 1:36:38 | 1:03:42 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 | 21:06 | 14:38 |
| 2024 | 11 | 21:12 | 15:08 |
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