Armed Forces Endurance Run

MAY

16

2026

Run a scenic 3 mile loop around Bixler Lake at the Armed Forces Endurance Run honoring the Air Force. Options include 6 hour, 12 hour, 24 hour and 24 hour team relay, plus live music, camping and custom finisher medals.

Sat 16 May 2026

Kendallville, Indiana

Website Registration

6 Hour 12 Hour 24 Hour Relay 24 Hour

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Armed Forces Endurance Run 6-12-24 hours

The Armed Forces Endurance Run is a fixed-time endurance event held at Bixler Lake Park in Kendallville, IN. The event honors a branch of the service each year; this year the event honors the Air Force and race swag will reflect that branch. The park surrounds a 117-acre lake and features a pedestrian walkway and nature trail that circle the lake.

Course, formats and services

Distances and formats:

6 hour individual run
12 hour individual run
24 hour individual run
24 hour relay for teams of three

The course uses an approximately 3-mile loop around the lake with sections of asphalt and true trail. Indoor restroom facilities are available on both sides of the lake. Every participant receives a unique finisher medal and an additional award customized to reflect the mileage achieved. The event provides an aid station and daytime live music from an all veterans band. Camping is available in designated campground spots across from or next to the start and finish area; camping is first come first serve and any fees and reservation details will be provided after the first of the year. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

24 hr

24 Hour Relay

24 hr

24 Hour

12 hr

12 Hour

6 hr

6 Hour