About This Race
The 5-mile option delivers an accessible introduction to Page's remarkable trail running landscape, perfect for newcomers to desert running or those preferring a shorter adventure. The course maintains enough variety to showcase the region's character while remaining manageable for runners developing their trail skills or testing race-day strategies.
The course winds through Bogue Chitto State Park's diverse landscape of pine forests, mixed hardwoods, and open meadows. Starting and finishing at Day Use Pavilion 3, runners navigate the park's trail system over sandy and rooted terrain typical of Louisiana's coastal plain region. The single water station at the start/finish line requires runners to plan their hydration strategy carefully, particularly for the 10-mile distance.
Elevation Profile
Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.
The course gains 233 ft over 5 miles, with the steepest section between mile 2–mile 2.
Location
Practical Info
Early June in Louisiana typically brings warm, humid conditions with temperatures in the 80s-90s Fahrenheit and high humidity.
MSY - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Bogue Chitto State Park offers camping facilities. Hammond and Covington provide hotel options within 30 minutes of the park.
- Own hydration container
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Notable Features
Part of the established Q50 Races series, this event emphasizes environmental responsibility with a bring-your-own-bottle policy and strict leave-no-trace principles. The race provides a finisher meal through partnership with the New Orleans Mission, adding a community service element to the event.