Tale Of Two Trails
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Tale of Two Trails - Shawnee Mission Park, Shawnee KS
Tale of Two Trails is a trail running event organized by Team Sparkle in Shawnee Mission Park. The event uses two separate trail systems in the park; most courses combine both systems while the 10M course uses a single trail system. Each loop for the longer courses is approximately 20 miles.
Distances
- 50 Miler
- 40 Mile
- 20 Mile
- 10 Mile
The course mixes smooth runnable sections and technical terrain with roots, rocks, and rolling hills. Trails run mostly under tree canopy with some exposed stretches. Course markings include flags, ribbons, and additional turn signage; participants are responsible for following the marked route. The race remains on open trails shared with the public.
If local trail managers close trails for wet conditions, an alternate 10 mile route will be used that includes bridle trail, cross country, paved, and gravel sections; start, finish, and parking remain the same. Aid stations are cupless, so participants must carry a reusable cup; a reusable cup will be available for purchase on race morning. Aid stations provide a variety of food and drink options and basic first aid supplies but will not provide NSAIDs. Drop bags are allowed for 40 Mile and 50 Miler entries and are transported between specified aid stations.
The event includes cutoffs based on park hours, allows pacers under specific rules for the 50 Miler, and issues medals and podium awards by gender and non-binary categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
