The Great Scorpion Trail Run 2027

The Great Scorpion Trail Run is a January trail race held at Bonita Lakes Park in Meridian, Mississippi, offering 50K, 25K, and 12.5K distances. It provides runners with a lengthy, off-road run within a local park, distinct from a road race through town. Time 2 Run manages the RFID chip timing. The race supports the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. The course design permits personal aid stations to be set up along the route, benefiting runners in the longer races and simplifying support for their crews. Organizers describe the event as family friendly. It has been held for approximately ten years. Previous races have seen records set in the 50K categories and the King of the Loop challenge. Small traditions, such as Scorpion patches for early sign-ups, contribute to the race's local, handcrafted character.