5K Races in Ky

Browse 44 5k trail running and hiking routes in Ky. Distance range: 2.5 mi to 3.7 mi. Elevation gain: 28 ft to 1,103 ft. Preview each trail in 3D flyover and view segment breakdowns.

Key Takeaways

Total Routes

Races / Routes

0 / 44

Distance Range

2.5 mi - 3.7 mi

Elevation Range

28 ft - 1,103 ft

Surface Type

100% Trail

Route Name	Location	Distance	Elevation Gain	Type	Race Date
Perimeter Trail	KY	2.5 mi	71 ft	route	—
Gobblers Arch Trail	KY	2.5 mi	687 ft	route	—
Parker Mountain Trail	KY	2.5 mi	167 ft	route	—
Preserve Trail	KY	2.5 mi	1,103 ft	route	—
Flatwoods Trail #470	KY	2.5 mi	133 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 32	KY	2.5 mi	152 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 15 (N)	KY	2.5 mi	597 ft	route	—
South Loop	KY	2.5 mi	101 ft	route	—
Cherokee Park Scenic Loop	KY	2.5 mi	132 ft	route	—
Blue Loop	KY	2.5 mi	68 ft	route	—
Bark Camp Trail #413	KY	2.6 mi	144 ft	route	—
Fixer Road	KY	2.6 mi	233 ft	route	—
Black Willow Trail	KY	2.6 mi	37 ft	route	—
Hood Branch Trail	KY	2.6 mi	29 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 26 South	KY	2.7 mi	141 ft	route	—
Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail: Sunset to Cumberland	KY	2.7 mi	37 ft	route	—
Paw Paw Trail	KY	2.7 mi	133 ft	route	—
Horse Ridge Road #230	KY	2.7 mi	28 ft	route	—
Wilderness Trail	KY	2.7 mi	284 ft	route	—
Mill Branch Trail	KY	2.8 mi	229 ft	route	—
Koomer Ridge Trail #220	KY	2.8 mi	127 ft	route	—
Redbird Crest Trail #801: Section #4	KY	2.9 mi	419 ft	route	—
Caves Fork Road	KY	2.9 mi	371 ft	route	—
Preserve Loop Trail	KY	3.0 mi	583 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Flood Route	KY	3.0 mi	281 ft	route	—
Scotts Gap Trail	KY	3.2 mi	602 ft	route	—
Lairson Road	KY	3.2 mi	477 ft	route	—
Three Bridges Trail	KY	3.2 mi	501 ft	route	—
Perry Park Main Loop	KY	3.2 mi	656 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 8	KY	3.2 mi	584 ft	route	—
Iron Ore Trail	KY	3.3 mi	398 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 31	KY	3.3 mi	78 ft	route	—
Sugarcamp Mountain Trailhead to Arrowhead Point Trailhead	KY	3.3 mi	114 ft	route	—
Rockcastle Narrows Trail #503	KY	3.3 mi	527 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 35	KY	3.4 mi	544 ft	route	—
Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 29	KY	3.5 mi	317 ft	route	—
Rundill Road Trail	KY	3.5 mi	173 ft	route	—
Big Woods Trail	KY	3.5 mi	—	route	—
Lick Creek Trail	KY	3.6 mi	98 ft	route	—
Hisle Farm Park Outer Loop	KY	3.6 mi	133 ft	route	—
Tunnel Ridge Road South	KY	3.7 mi	150 ft	route	—
Lake Bluff Trail	KY	3.7 mi	473 ft	route	—
Dog Slaughter Falls Trail #414	KY	3.7 mi	46 ft	route	—
Possum Run	KY	3.7 mi	108 ft	route	—

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trail races are in Ky?

There are 0 organized races and 44 self-supported routes available in Ky.

What is a 5K race?

A 5K race is approximately 2.5 to 3.7 miles in distance.

What is the average elevation gain in Ky?

The average elevation gain is 285 feet, with routes ranging from 28 to 1,103 feet.

Can these 5k routes in Ky be used for hiking?

Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.

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