The Lakes TrailFest
Palmer, AK
- 50K, 25K, 10K, 5K, Kids Run
- Trail (Unpaved)
- Official race website
Join us at Matanuska Lakes State Rec Area for an exciting day of trail running! Whether you are a seasoned trail runner or a beginner taking your first steps into the world of trail running, this event is designed to embrace all ages and abilities, with varying distances to suit … MORE
Local Historical Weather (Sep 26):
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
| H (°F) | 52 | 51 | 53 | 50 | 45 |
| L (°F) | 42 | 42 | 30 | 36 | 27 |
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Amazing Race - Would do again
The Lakes Trailfest 50k was awesome. This course was deceptively challenging. At the race’s highest point you never really exceed 300’ above sea level, however, there was over 4000’ of … MORE
The Lakes Trailfest 50k was awesome. This course was deceptively challenging. At the race’s highest point you never really exceed 300’ above sea level, however, there was over 4000’ of total ascent and descent. Moderately technical with roots and several small and manageable obstacles (like small logs or trees that required stepping over). We had amazing weather for this race (a bit chilly but sunny). I could see this being a very slick course if the rain is really coming down. I may do this again next year but going into it knowing it’s harder in person than on paper.
Beautiful coffee/beverage mugs for finishers instead of medals. Which in my opinion is better anyway.
This race is in autumn, so the leaves were changing and falling and just added to the beauty. Runners go by multiple lakes throughout the course. Course markings were flawless. No issues in finding the way.
Overall, 5 star race!