Kiss the Goat – Hazard, KY 2026

Are you ready to Kiss the Goat? Get ready for an outstanding 1/2 Marathon and 10K trail running event in eastern Kentucky. These trails offers some difficult climbs but with the addition of fast descents and flowy miles. This will be the 4th year of this event and second year with the 1/2 and 10K distances. The 10K route will be roughly 1250 feet of climbing and the half marathon around 2500 ft of climbing. Runners will do a 6.56 mile loop in each direction for the half marathon, and one lap, with a bit of a short cut for the 10K. NO DOGS ON COURSE. They are welcome at the facility, but not the race course. This race is suggested for experienced trail runners/hikers. If you plan to hike, please do the 10K, and make us aware you are hiking. Race Day: • All racers will take off at 8:00 AM Eastern Standard Time. • Race Location is at the Horse Ring of Perry County Park, Hazard, KY. The address is: 933 Perry Park Road. Parking is at the Horse Ring as well as the Extension office just below