Embrace the wild heart of Louisiana at the Q50 Races Trails Extravaganza, celebrating its 20th anniversary on February 7, 2026, in Franklinton, LA. This premier trail event, held within the scenic Bogue Chitto State Park, offers a spectrum of distances to challenge every runner, from a spirited 5M to gruelling 10M, 20M, 30M, and 50M ultra-marathon options. The course is a captivating journey through mostly single-track dirt, gravel, and potentially muddy trails, interwoven with natural obstacles like stumps and roots. With a rolling elevation profile, topping out around 240 feet and never exceeding a 100-foot change, runners can anticipate a challenging yet manageable terrain that allows for both speed and an appreciation of the forested environment.

Q50 Races prides itself on a deep commitment to environmental stewardship, implementing a "minimum paper policy" that requires participants to carry their own hydration containers for refills at aid stations. While the 5-mile course is self-supported, the 10-mile race features one aid station, and the longer 20M, 30M, and 50M distances benefit from two food stations strategically placed along the roughly 10-mile loops. Runners are expected to carry out all their trash, ensuring the preservation of the park's natural beauty. Typical race day conditions in early February offer pleasant highs around 63F and lows of 40F, with an 18% chance of precipitation, providing a cool and invigorating atmosphere for your trail adventure.

Distinguishing itself from other events, the Q50 Races Trails Extravaganza offers unique rewards for its ultrarunners: 50-miler finishers earn a coveted half buckle, while 30-milers receive a commemorative walking cane, alongside a medal, event swag, and a well-deserved finisher meal. The event fosters a pure trail running experience, with a strict policy against pacers, dogs, baby strollers, bicycles, and earphones on the course. With a start and finish line located at Bogue Chitto State Park's Meeting Room, this event promises a supportive and positive atmosphere, inviting runners to truly enjoy the journey through nature.