
McDougal Lake Trail Fest is a mountain bike, running, and trail running race on August 8–9, 2026 in Hodgenville, KY, with entry fees from $25 to $50.
From the Organizer
Trail Runs & MTB Races for All Levels
Get ready for an action-packed weekend on the trails at McDougal Lake Trailfest! Whether you're hitting the dirt on foot or two wheels, we've got a race for you.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Trail Run 4 Mile Race – $35
Trail Run 8 Mile Race $45
Start Time: 8:00am
Awards: 1st - 3rd place (both genders)
Sunday, August 9,2026
MTB 4 Mile Junior Race (Ages 8-12) – $25
Start Time: 7:45 AM
Awards: 1st - 3rd place (both genders)
Recommended Pace: 40 minutes / 6 mph avg. speed
Four for 7/4 Challenge – $45 (4 Laps / 32 Miles)
Start Time: 8:30 AM (4-hour time limit)
Open Division: 1st - 3rd place (both genders)
E-Bike Division: No awards, but riders receive a t-shirt & participation medal
Race Loops – $35 (2 Laps / 16 Miles)
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Open Division: 1st - 3rd place (both genders)
Four for 7/4 E Bike Fast ($45)
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Race Loops E Bike Fast ($35)
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Party Lap – $25 (1 Lap / 8 Miles)
Start Time: 8:35 AM
Just for fun—no awards, but every participant gets a t-shirt & participation medal!
August 8th (Run) and August 9th (Bike)
Four Miler and Race Loops ($50)
Eight Miler and Four for 7/4 ($50)
T-Shirts for all participants who register before the deadline
Custom Medal & Decal for every participant
Podium Awards for top finishers in eligible divisions
Ready to Hit the Trails?
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Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
87°
Typical Low
65°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hodgenville Lincoln P, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
718 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Mountain bike races take place on singletrack trails and natural terrain — dirt, roots, rocks, and forest roads. Mountain biking rewards skill as much as fitness.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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McDougal Lake Trail Fest
Aug 8, 2026