Kiss the Goat

🏅 Race Overview

Are you ready to Kiss the Goat?

Last year we had so much fun with the 11 mile option that we decided to extend it on into a half marathon! To keep a lighter day in the mix the options we also have a 10K. With these new routes it sadly does not leave us space for the classic 4 mile loop. We feel this trail system offers great longer runs to keep stacking the elevation and want to give the runners the best option for what the Benny Goat Trails have, climbing!

🗺️ Route Details

• 10K Route: Roughly 1250 feet of climbing.
• Half Marathon: Around 2500 ft of climbing.
• Half Marathon Loop: Runners will do a 6.56 mile loop in each direction.
• 10K Short Cut: Includes a bit of a short cut for the 10K.

🚫 Race Policies

• Dogs: NO DOGS ON COURSE. They are welcome at the facility, but not the race course.
• Experience Level: This race is suggested for experienced trail runners/hikers.
• Hiking: If you plan to hike, please do the 10K, and make us aware you are hiking.

📅 Race Day Information

• Start Time: All racers will take off at 8:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.
• Location: Horse Ring of Perry County Park, Hazard, KY. Address: 933 Perry Park Road.
• Pickup: Begins at 6:30 AM and closes at 7:45 AM.
• Pre-race Meeting: All runners please line up at 7:50 for a meeting about markings and other needed info.

🚵 Course Notes

• Terrain: Both courses are full of climbing, technical sections, and are fully wooded.
• Shoe Recommendation: Trail shoes are highly recommended.

⏳ Cutoff Time

• Half Marathon: Must start your second lap before 10:30 AM to begin your second loop.

🏆 Awards

• Finisher Awards: All runners get finisher awards.
• Podium Medals: Top three male and female of both the half marathon and 10K get a podium medal.

📡 GPS Information

• GPS Variability: Your GPS data will likely vary from others, as well as ours.
• Mapped Data: We mapped this in person with multiple GIS/GPX software.
• Relax: If you don’t have exactly these numbers don’t freak out, and don’t be surprised.
• Enjoy: Enjoy the time in the woods, the challenge, and the goats!

🍔 Food and Support

• Snacks: We will have some snacks for during and after the run near the start line.
• Support Crew: Crew is allowed, swapping packs, shoes, shirts, etc. is only acceptable in the start/finish area.
• Water: We recommend everyone run with water, and we will have coolers.

🎧 Headphones Policy

• Allowed After: Headphones are allowed after the first 4 minutes of running.
• Communication: Please take one headphone out or pause your music when approaching volunteers.

🗑️ Litter Policy

• Disqualification: If you are caught littering on course, you will be disqualified and banned from our events.
• Trash Disposal: We will have a trash can near the start/finish to drop any wrappers, bottles, etc. you need there.

🔗 More Information

For more information and to register, visit our official race page: Kiss the Goat Race.