Saunders Springs Shootout presented by Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism – Radcliff, KY 2026

Date
April 11, 2026
Location
Radcliff, KY
Venue
Saunders Springs Nature Preserve
Start Time
9:00 AM
Events
Kid's Trail Run (10 & Under), 5K Trail Run, 10K Trail Run, 25K Trail Run, Kid's Mountain Bike Race (10 & Under), eMTB - 4 PERSON TEAM - 6 Hour Endurance ADULT Mountain Bike Race
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Saunders Springs Shootout presented by Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism offers mountain bike and trail running events at distances of 1 mile, 5 miles, and 6.2 miles, held at Saunders Springs Nature Preserve in Radcliff, Kentucky. The race starts at 9:00 AM on April 11, 2026. Whether you're running or riding, you'll compete on the preserve's trail system. The variety of distances accommodates different fitness levels and training phases, making it accessible for both beginners testing shorter distances and experienced endurance athletes. As a spring race in mid-April, it offers a good window for base-building work or as a stepping stone toward longer summer events. The nature preserve setting provides a local training venue worth scouting before race day.

From the Race Organizer
Two days of fun are headed to the trails at Saunders Springs Nature Preserve, April 11-12, 2026. On Saturday, come challenge yourself — or bring a crew — in solo, duo, or four-person classes in mountain biking endurance races. On Sunday, the trails come back to life with the sounds of runners. Choose between the 5K, 10K, and 25K distances. Both the run and bike courses are 99% singletrack, with that perfect Saunders Springs mix of scenic and “who designed this hill?” tough. All proceeds support the Saunders Springs Betterment Fund, KyMBA Lincoln Trails, and the local trail community. Start/Finish Location All races start in the lower area of the nature preserve The Kids races take place at the Stovall Cabin Mountain Bike Events - Saturday, April 11 Adult 4-Person Team (Male/Female/Open/Open) — $40 per person — 1:00 PM Duo — 6 Hour Endurance (Male/Female/Open) — $40 per person — 1:05 PM Junior 4-Person Team (Ages 11–17 | Male/Female/Open) — $20 per person — 1:10 PM Solo — 6 Hour Enduran

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Saunders Springs Shootout presented by Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism – Radcliff, KY 2026?

Saunders Springs Shootout presented by Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism – Radcliff, KY 2026 takes place on April 11, 2026. The race is held in Radcliff, Kentucky.

Where is Saunders Springs Shootout presented by Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism – Radcliff, KY 2026 held?

Saunders Springs Shootout presented by Radcliff/Fort Knox Tourism – Radcliff, KY 2026 is held at Saunders Springs Nature Preserve in Radcliff, Kentucky.

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