Description:

The Swamp Stomper 50k/25k has taken place annually in Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park since 2006. This year marks the 17th running of Swamp Stomper. Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park or simply “The Forest” as it’s referred to by many local trail runners, is a common destination for area trail runners looking for a solid workout and a quiet place to escape to. The park trails (and race course) offer a little bit of everything from fast flowing sections to tough climbs and technical descents. The race course is 99% single-track trail and makes use of the Pioneer Springs Trail (blue blazes), Woodland Trail (red loop), and Chickasaw Bluff Trail (white blazes). The 25K is an out-and-back course with approximately 1500ft of elevation gain and the 50K is a double out-and-back of the same course as the 25K with approximately 3000ft of elevation gain. The 50K starts at 7:30 am CST and the 25K starts at 8:30 am CST. The cutoff times for the event are 9 hours for the 50K and 8 hours for the 25K. In the interest of safety for our runners and volunteers, all cutoff times will be strictly enforced.