Tour de Trail: Big Bull Creek Park - July 18, 2026
Volunteer Register Saturday, Jul 18, 2026 @ 7:30 AM
Tour de Trail Series
We are so excited to kick off another year of our Tour de Trail 10kish series! The goal for this series has always been to introduce runners and hikers to many of the amazing trail systems that run throughout the KC area. We are proud that $5 of every entry fee goes to Urban Trail Co, our local 501c3 organization that helps build and maintain the trails in the KC area. If you love these trails like we do, we encourage you to check out their website, sign up to volunteer and get involved with building and maintaining our trails! Urbantrailco.com
The 2026 Tour de Trail series will be at 6 different trails throughout the summer. You can sign up for all 6 or just run one or a few. As always we are offering discounted pricing if you sign up for all 6 races at once.. but you must sign up before May 22nd on Ultra Signup to receive the discount. The races are $50 each or you can sign up for all 6 for $265 ($35 savings!). If you complete all 6 races in the series, you will receive a special piece of swag.
All the races in the series are in the 10k ISH range, they will range anywhere from 5 1/2 miles- 6 1/2 miles depending on the trail systems and conditions. We try and get them as close to 10K as possible. We welcome runners and hikers and allow 4 hours to finish the race.
Due to the nature of trail running in the Kansas City area, there is always the possibility of trail closures due to rain. We will have an alternate course option in the event of a closed trail. Alternate courses will be cross country, equestrian trails, paved trail or a combo.
Big Bull Creek Park Registration:
- Singular races are $50 each, $5 of which will be donated to Urban Trail Co.
- Race day registration: $60 cash or check.
- Venmo or tap to pay CC via Venmo for $65.
Timing/results:
We will use clock timing. Results will be listed on UltraSignup
Aid:
Water only. We do not require participants to run with water, though we highly recommend it, particularly in the summer months. You must provide your own hydration device such as a handheld or hydration vest. All of our races are cupless, so if you would like water at the aid station you must have your own device or cup. We will have cold fizzy water, soda and some light snacks at the finish line.
Race Rules:
- NO littering!
- No poles allowed (contact RD for medical/extenuating circumstance exemptions)
- No alcohol allowed in Johnson County parks.
- Dogs are allowed. Dogs must be leashed and under control at all times and you must pick up after your dog.
- This is a cupless event. You are responsible for providing your own hydration device.
- Course must be followed as marked.
- If you get off course you must backtrack and follow the proper course.
Markings:
Course will be marked using distinctive flagging/markings and will be explained in the pre race briefing.
Road crossings:
Runners are responsible for their own safe crossing. Please check carefully for cars and/or bikes.
Personal music devices:
Allowed as long as headphones are used and you maintain a volume that allows you to hear other runners. NO SPEAKERS.
Passing:
Allow runners in front of you to know that you would like to pass and then pass on the left when it is safe to do so. On out and back sections, yield to the person returning to the start/finish area.
Kids are welcome to register, but any child under 12 must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of the race.
All registrants will receive a special piece of swag. Athletes who COMPLETE all six races in the series will receive a special finishers award.
Awards:
Each race will have first, second, & third woman, man, & non-binary podiums. All participants will receive a handmade finishers award specific to that stage.
Trail Mix Fund:
Apply to the Trail Mix Fund to have your registration fee waived if you cannot afford the entry fee or are part of the BIPOC or LGBTQ+ community. Learn more on the website: https://trailmixfund.org/
Race Day Schedule
- 6:30-7:15 AM bib pickup and race day registration starts.
- 7:30 race start
- 11:30 AM cutoff.
