Oakadoke Trail Runs

AUG
1
2026
A summer trail running event on the scenic Creekside Trails in Indiana. Choose from 4, 9, or 18-mile distances on a course with single-track, bridges, and rolling terrain. The race features inclusive policies and support for youth and underserved runners.
Sat 1 Aug 2026
18 miles 9 miles 4 miles

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Course Details

The Oakadoke Trail Runs take place on the Creekside Trails in Valparaiso, Indiana. The start and finish line is at Twin Creeks Farm on Clifford Road. The course features tree-covered single-track trails, winding switchbacks, views of farmland, and multiple bridges over a creek. The terrain includes many ups and downs, twists, turns, and uneven surfaces.

Race Distances

The event offers three trail running distances:

  • 18 Mile: Two full loops of the main trail.
  • 9 Mile: One full loop of the main trail.
  • 4 Mile: A shorter route that splits the main loop.

Event Policies

The organizer, Trailblazer Running, has several participant-focused policies. Runners can register in male, female, or non-binary gender categories. Every finisher receives a custom award, with additional podium awards for the top three male and female finishers in each distance.

Special discounted registration is available for runners aged 19 and under. A fund exists to waive entry fees for runners who cannot afford them. The event also offers entry deferrals for participants who become pregnant after registering or who have a new child. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

18 mi
18 Mile
9 mi
9 Mile
4 mi
4 Mile