Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Come join us in the Red River Gorge to stare down "The Red Monster" You'll face the toughest test The Red has to offer. Choose from 30k or 50 mile. Bring your poles and your climbing legs, this ones not for the faint of heart.

Come join us in the beautiful Red River Gorge for the first annual Howlin' Wolfe 25k/50K. Starting and finishing at Natural Bridge State Resort Park runners will have the opportunity to see several fantastic natural features in the Red River Gorge. The race will feature a mixture of road running, single track trail, and fire road. We are limiting this edition of the race to 200 runners between both events so make sure you register early! Aid Stations will be placed at Gray's Arch parking area, Koomer Ridge Campground, and Auxier Ridge parking area. Stay tuned to our social media and this page for updates including swag, packet pickup, and other cool announcements!

Are you up for a hilly trail challenge in the RRG?  We have you covered with our Ascent 5K and brand new 10K distance for 2026! Join us for The Ascent 5K & 10K on Saturday, June 27th at 8:00am for a race you'll never forget. You'll run/walk/hike your 5K or 10K on private property which is not open to the public.  Our race starts and finishes at the Natural Bridge Campground, just off the Slade exit in Red River Gorge country.  The race is presented by the Rugged Red Race & Adventure Series.  You'll only run/walk/hike a few miles to see some spectacular views and arches.  But come prepared for some serious trail climbs with an unbelievable payoff. RACE FEATURES: Spectacular courses on private property at the Red River GorgeCommemorative poly/cotton T-shirts (while supplies last)Finishers medals for both races!Special pricing ($20) and swag item for participants ages 12-18Convenient race day packet pickup from 6:30-7:45am at the Natural Bridge Campground (pavilion)Awa

HERE'S TO YEAR 12 OF THE RUGGED RED RACE!!!! Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 7:15am in Slade, Kentucky Join us as we run in one of the most spectacular trail settings in the United States and provide support to the men and women who serve on the search & rescue teams that regularly save lives in the Red River Gorge area. RACE FEATURES: Spectacular 13.1 mile looping trail course on private property in the scenic Red River GorgeCommemorative long sleeved performance shirts (Men's & Women's sizes)Custom Finisher's MedalsLively DJ playing great music to celebrate the accomplishment of all finishersOverall Top 3 M/F and Top 3 M/F in the following age groups (0-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70+)Free Race Photos (Thanks to Skyler Dickinson Photography)Complimentary hot and cold brew coffee (Thanks Berserker Brew)A complimentary West Sixth beer for all racers (21 & older)BBQ Lunch provided to all racers (Thanks Hungry