Saunders Springs Six Hour Shootout

Lace up your trail shoes for the Saunders Springs Six Hour Shootout, an exhilarating race hitting the rugged trails of Radcliff, KY, on April 11, 2026. This event plunges runners into the heart of Saunders Springs Nature Preserve, offering distances of 6 hours, 25K, 10K, and 5K, ensuring a challenge for every level of trail enthusiast. Expect typical race day conditions with comfortable highs around 68°F and lows near 38°F, along with a 20% chance of precipitation, creating a true natural running experience.

The Saunders Springs Six Hour Shootout is renowned for its "beautifully challenging" course, featuring an impressive 99% singletrack winding through a heavily wooded natural area. Runners will navigate steep terrain, tackle sections with "a lot of steps" and railroad tie staircases, and potentially encounter fallen logs, all adding to the adventure. The scenery is truly captivating, with historic 1800s cabins, cascading waterfalls, a refreshing cold spring, and a hidden cave dotting the preserve. All races kick off from the lower area of the nature preserve, with kids' dashes starting at the charming Stovall Cabin.

Beyond the personal challenge, participating in the Saunders Springs Six Hour Shootout supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting the Saunders Springs Betterment Fund, KyMBA Lincoln Trails, and the local trail community. This makes the race more than just a run; it's an opportunity to experience Kentucky's stunning natural beauty, push your limits on dynamic singletrack, and contribute to the preservation and enhancement of these cherished trails.