Cajun Country Run Half Marathon

DEC
19
2026
Cajun Country Run in Lafayette offers road and trail options including a USATF certified half marathon, 10K and 5K races, plus a 1 mile fun run, with proceeds supporting T.R.A.I.L. work at Acadiana Park.
Sat 19 Dec 2026
13 miles 6 miles 3 miles

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Cajun Country Run : Acadiana Park, Lafayette, LA

Cajun Country Run is a multi-distance road and trail event held at Acadiana Park in Lafayette, Louisiana. The event began in 2002 and became a primary supporter of T.R.A.I.L. in 2010. Proceeds have funded land additions and trail improvements at Acadiana Park and the Nature Station.

Distances offered:

  • Half marathon (USATF certified single loop)
  • 10K road
  • 5K road
  • 10K trail
  • 5K trail
  • 1 mile fun run

Course notes: the half marathon is an all-road single loop with three small climbs under 20 feet and multiple water stations. The 10K road route is primarily asphalt with about two miles of packed gravel and a couple of small climbs. The trail races mix cross country and single-track sections; the 10K trail includes technical stretches along the Vermilion River.

Awards and extras: custom alligator head trophies are presented in several overall and masters categories. Finishers receive medals. A Santa costume contest and Santa Claus divisions are part of the awards program. Packet pickup and shuttle parking are organized to serve participants and reduce on-site parking at Acadiana Park.

Practical details such as parking, course maps, and packet pickup locations are provided by the organizer for race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half Marathon
6 mi
10k Road
6 mi
10k Trail
6 mi
6 Mile Trail
3 mi
5k Trail
3 mi
5k Road
3 mi
3 Mile Trail
1 Mile Fun Run