McDougal Lake Trail Fest

Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Hodgenville, KY; McDougal Lake, Stiles Ford Road, 42748
Type: TRAIL

At a glance

Hit the trails for a weekend of running and mountain biking at McDougal Lake, featuring races for all levels and a fun 'Party Lap'.

Fun
Competitive
Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Prepare for an engaging weekend at McDougal Lake Trailfest, offering both trail running and mountain bike races. With options for various skill levels, including an 8-mile trail run and several MTB challenges, there's a distance for everyone. Enjoy the natural terrain and earn a custom medal and t-shirt for your efforts. It's a great opportunity to hit the trails and embrace the challenge.

What to expect

Experience a full weekend of trail running and mountain bike races.
Choose from various distances, including an 8-mile trail run and MTB challenges.
Enjoy a 'Party Lap' for fun, or compete for podium awards.

Standout details

Weekend of trail running and MTB races
Junior MTB race (ages 8-12)
Double Down option (run + bike)
Party Lap (just for fun)

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

10 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

4 Miles
Sat, Jun 27, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 27, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
4 Miles
Sun, Jun 28, 7:45 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 27, 2026, 3:45 AM EDT
8 Miles
Sun, Jun 28, 8:35 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

+ 7 more options

8 Miles
Sat, Jun 27, 8:00 AM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 27, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
16 Miles
Sun, Jun 28, 8:30 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
16 Miles
Sun, Jun 28, 8:30 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
32 Miles
Sun, Jun 28, 8:30 AM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
Four for 7/4 (E-BIKES ONLY)
Sun, Jun 28, 8:30 AM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
Double Down 4 Mile Trail Race & Race Loop
Sat, Jun 27, 7:45 AM EDT · From $54.00
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
Double Down 8 Mile Trail Race & Four for 7/4
Sat, Jun 27, 7:45 AM EDT · From $54.00
Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Trail + rolling terrain, warm-day exposure

Mostly trail
Rolling area
Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

From the organizer

McDougal Lake Trailfest – June 27-28, 2026

Trail Runs & MTB Races for All Levels

Get ready for an action-packed weekend on the trails at McDougal Lake Trailfest! Whether you're hitting the dirt on foot or two wheels, we've got a race for you.

Race Options & Details

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Trail Run 4 Mile Race – $35

Trail Run 8 Mile Race $45

Start Time: 8:00am Awards: 1st - 3rd place (both genders)

Sunday, June 28,2026

MTB 4 Mile Junior Race (Ages 8-12) – $25

Start Time: 7:45 AM Awards: 1st - 3rd place (both genders) Recommended Pace: 40 minutes / 6 mph avg. speed

Four for 7/4 Challenge – $45 (4 Laps / 32 Miles)

Start Time: 8:30 AM (4-hour time limit) Open Division: 1st - 3rd place (both genders) E-Bike Division: No awards, but riders receive a t-shirt & participation medal

Race Loops – $35 (2 Laps / 16 Miles)

Start Time: 8:30 AM Open Division: 1st - 3rd place (both genders)

Four for 7/4 E Bike Fast ($45)

Start Time: 8:30 AM

Race Loops E Bike Fast ($35)

Start Time: 8:30 AM

Party Lap – $25 (1 Lap / 8 Miles)

Start Time: 8:35 AM Just for fun—no awards, but every participant gets a t-shirt & participation medal!

Double Down Option

June 27 (Run) and June 28th (Bike)

Four Miler and Race Loops ($50) Eight Miler and Four for 7/4 ($50)

Swag & Awards

T-Shirts for all participants who register before the deadline Custom Medal & Decal for every participant Podium Awards for top finishers in eligible divisions

Ready to Hit the Trails? Sign up now and secure your spot in McDougal Lake Trailfest 2026!

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