Little River Trail Run
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Event overview
The Little River Trail Run is the 44th annual edition held Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Little River, Kansas. All event registration, information and starts take place on Main Street near 365 Main Street, Little River, KS 67457. The event program includes multiple race and youth divisions across trail distances and formats. Early bird registration is listed by May 1, 2026, and registrations received before May 8, 2026 receive a T-shirt. Registration closes 30 minutes before each event.
Courses and formats
The event uses a loop and out-and-back trail course west of town that includes roadways, two creek crossings, rolling native grassland, cattle and the feature known as "Suicide Hill." Courses described in the program include:
- 10K
- 5K
- 10K Pony Express 3-person relay
Individual event offerings include 10K run, 10K walk, 10K ruck, 5K run, Pony Express 3-person relay, youth versions of several events, and a "Lazy Run."
Ruck rules and awards
Ruck entries require a backpack with a mandatory minimum weight of 20 lbs carried on the back; slings and duffel bags are not allowed. A mandatory ruck weigh-in takes place at the finish line. Awards include medals for the top three in each age category, a "COW CHIP" award to the top 10K male and female, a $50 bonus for any new course record in the 5K, 10K or Pony Express races, and ruck awards for overall places and heaviest pack. Sponsors include the USD 444 Rec Commission, Little River Lions Club and local businesses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
