Wild Turkey Trails Half Marathon

The route mixes some familiar Turkey Legs trails with plenty of new ones, adding twists, turns and short but challenging climbs on dirt, rocks and roots. The trails are narrow, the park stays open to other users including bikers, and dogs are not allowed on course.

Three self-serve water stops sit at miles 3, 5.5 and 10, so carry a bottle or pack if you want more. The race goes ahead in rain, mud or snow and is delayed only for lightning or a tornado.

Fun Races puts on Wild Turkey Trails two Saturdays before Thanksgiving, with a half marathon and a 5K at Southwestway Park. The half replaces the former Turkey Legs event, which built in scheduled breaks; this one is a single continuous 13.1 miles.

Entry includes chip timing, a long-sleeve shirt, a distance-specific finisher medal and free race photos. Packet pickup is race morning only, and there are no refunds, though entries can be transferred, switched to virtual or donated.