BACK FOR YEAR 3!
We are excited to bring this race back for its third year! Get ready for another incredible adventure through the beautiful trails of Lake Bistineau State Park.
Whether you’re chasing a new distance, a PR, a buckle, or simply looking for an unforgettable weekend on the trails, we can’t wait to welcome you back to the BTR Family!
T-SHIRT, JACKET & SWAG DEADLINE — FEBRUARY 14
Sign up by February 14 to guarantee your race swag on Race Day!
If you register after February 14, you will still receive your swag, but we cannot guarantee it will be available on Race Day. Items ordered after the deadline may arrive after the event.
THE COURSE
The course is a 5-mile loop combining the Pintail, Willis-Homestead, and Koasati Trails.
There will be two aid stations along the course:
Main Aid Station — Start/Finish
Located at the Start/Finish area, this fully stocked aid station will offer:
* Hot food
* Trail snacks
* Water
* Ice
* Electrolytes
* Soda
* And plenty of fuel to keep you moving
Unmanned Aid Station — Around Mile 2–3
This station will serve as your halfway point and will include:
* Water
* Snacks
* Ice
* Electrolytes
The course features classic Louisiana State Park trail terrain. Expect mostly flat, minimally elevated trails with natural trail surfaces, muddy sections, tree roots, and everything else that makes Louisiana trails an adventure!
DISTANCES & LOOPS
50K
6 full loops + 1 mini loop
50 Miler
10 full loops
100 Miler
20 full loops
PACERS
Pacers are allowed for all distances.
* 50K: Pacers allowed after 3 completed loops
* 50 Mile: Pacers allowed after 5 completed loops
* 100 Mile: Pacers allowed after 10 completed loops
Pacers are allowed to use all aid stations.
START / FINISH
The Start/Finish area will be located at:
Pavilion 1 at the Boat Launch
Lake Bistineau State Park
Situated on the western shore of Lake Bistineau, this beautiful state park offers a unique combination of scenic views and outstanding recreational opportunities.
The park is known for its upland mixed hardwood forests, open waters, and enchanting stands of cypress and tupelo trees. Visitors can enjoy two boat launches, hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, camping, cabins, and excellent fishing.
Beginning in January with the “yo-yo” season and continuing through the spring, summer, and early fall, anglers can catch freshwater favorites including black crappie, largemouth bass, yellow bass, catfish, bluegill, and redear sunfish.
Lake Bistineau dates back more than 200 years. In 1800, several thousand acres were flooded after a massive log jam formed in the Red River. Over time, the lake began to drain as the area was dredged. In 1935, a permanent dam was constructed across Loggy Bayou, creating the Lake Bistineau we know today.
The dam has since been enlarged, giving the reservoir a surface area of approximately 26.9 square miles, with an average depth of seven feet and a maximum depth of 25 feet.
Area 1 is located in the main section of the park and includes cabins and a group camp. Picnicking along the lake is extremely popular, with numerous sites featuring tables, grills, and nearby restrooms. Several picnic pavilions are also available for larger groups.
The park’s trail system includes nearly 10 miles of woodland trails and an 11-mile canoe trail, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to experience the beauty of Lake Bistineau both on land and water.
LODGING
Lodging is available through Lake Bistineau State Park.
Premium Campsites — 17 Total
* 5 pull-through campsites
* 12 prime-location campsites
* Water and electrical hookups
Improved Campsites — 44 Total
* Water and electrical hookups
SWAG
All participants will receive:
* Dri-Fit moisture-wicking race shirt
* Speed Cup
*bib belt
Swag for all distances
100 Mile Participants
* 100 Mile Jacket
AWARDS
50K & 50 Mile
Finisher Medal
100 Mile
Finisher Buckle
Top Awards
Top awards will be presented by Richter’s Design.
START TIMES & CUT-OFFS
100 Mile
Start: 6:00 AM
Cutoff: 35 Hours
50 Mile
Start: 6:30 AM
Cutoff: 15 Hours
50K
Start: 7:00 AM
Cutoff: 14 Hours
RACE DAY FOOD
Start / Finish Aid Station
Our Start/Finish area will be stocked with a variety of food and hydration options, including:
* Bacon
* PB&J<br />* Chips
* Cookies
* Quesadillas
* Grilled cheese sandwiches
* Pickles
* Candy
* Crackers
* Potatoes
* Gummies
* Soda
* Water
* Ice
* Electrolytes
* And more!
Finish Line Meal
We will be serving Red Beans and Rice after you cross the finish line!
Vegan options will also be available. More details will be announced at a later date.
PACKET PICKUP
Friday — Race Location
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Highly Recommended!
Saturday — Race Day
5:00 AM – 5:45 AM
DISCOUNTS
We want to thank those who serve and give back to our communities!
Military — 25% Off
Use code: MILITARY
Active and retired military members qualify.
Donors — 10% Off
Use code: DONOR
First Responders — 25% Off
Use code: FIRST RESPONDERS
You will have 24 hours after registration to provide proof of eligibility.
BTR FAMILY REPEAT RACER DISCOUNT
If you have raced with us two times, your third race is 50% off as our way of saying thank you for continuing to support Beast Trail Racing!
To receive your special discount code, reach out to BTR via email or Jeremy through Facebook Messenger.
LET YOUR INNER BEAST RUN WILD!
Event's current local time: 11:55 AM CT
