The Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler takes place at Veterans Park in Lexington, Kentucky on November 14, 2026. This 4-mile trail running event starts at 7:30 AM and offers entry fees between $0 and $40. If you're traveling to Lexington for the race, Veterans Park provides a straightforward local venue. The race also includes a virtual participation option, giving you flexibility if your travel plans change. Standard hotel accommodations throughout Lexington will serve runners attending this event well, with the park accessible from most lodging in the area.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for one of Lexington's only true trail races on the beautiful Veterans Park trails to help keep our watershed clean & green! The 12th Annual Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler will take place on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 9:00am at Veterans Park in South Lexington . The 4-mile course will traverse portions of the park, trails, and some pathways along/around the scenic East Hickman Creek. The race will be chip timed, and awards will be presented for top 3 M/F Overall and Age Groups (5-year divisions). Commemorative long-sleeved T-shirts will be provided to all registrants. Runners & walkers of all experience levels are welcomed. Free race photos provided by Ruby Cline-Eaton! We've added a Virtual Runner/Walker opportunity for the Dirty Dog. If you live out of the area or will be out of town during our race, you can still participate and make a donation to the Hickman Creek Conservancy. Register as a virtual for $30, and we'll mail your commemorative race shirt. You can then run/walk/hike your own "Dirty Dog" on your own schedule in your own hometown (optional of course). PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be held on race morning from 7:30-8:45am at Veterans Park. RACE PHOTOS: We will have a photographer taking photos which will be made available to all runners in an email following the race. The course will be officially measured and marked for your safety and direction. The course will have some open grassy areas and cross at least one dry rocky creek, as well as consist of mainly hard packed dirt trail areas. There will be at least 2 hydration stops along the course (Mile Marker 1 and 3) where water will be served. RACE BENEFICIARY Our 2026 race beneficiary will again be the Hickman Creek Conservancy who works to keep our watershed clean and green. Read more below and consider a donation to help them achieve their mission. Questions about the race can be directed to Bob Baney, Race Director at BobBaney12@gmail.com 4 MILER ROUTE (This mapping is slightly short, but course will be mapped accurately at 4.0 miles. This map represents the general configuration of the route and is subject to change)
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 14.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lexington, KY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler 2026 — Lexington, KY?
Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler 2026 — Lexington, KY takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Lexington, Kentucky.
Where is Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler 2026 — Lexington, KY held?
Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler 2026 — Lexington, KY is held at Veterans Park - Lexington in Lexington, Kentucky.
Where can I find hotels near Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler 2026 — Lexington, KY?
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