Big 4 Trail High-Five Classic 4, 8 & 12 Miler
The Big 4 Trail High-Five Classic invites runners of all levels to celebrate the spirit of trail running on scenic terrain. Choose your distance: 4, 8, or 12 miles, and experience a course that blends wooded areas and paved rail-to-trail with open views that showcase the beauty of the Big 4 Trail Lebanon corridor.
Why run the High-Five Classic?
Multiple distance options are perfect for beginners testing new limits, seasoned athletes sharpening fitness, and everyone in between.
Community vibe, high-fives, and encouragement on the out-and-back course as friends and fellow runners cheer you on at key points throughout the course.
Post-race celebration and refreshments, giveaways, awards for top finishers in each distance, and great stories shared among runners.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best, enjoying your first trail race, or just looking for a great run with an even better crowd, the Big 4 Trail High-Five Classic delivers passion, grit, and unforgettable trail moments.
Distances: 4 Miler • 8 Miler • 12 Miler
Terrain: Paved rail-to-trail
Registration Options
Participants can select from Male, Female, or Non-Binary during registration.
We respect all gender identities, and participants are welcome to register in the category that aligns with their identity. Trans and non-binary runners will not be questioned or challenged on their gender identity.
Results & Timing
Non-binary athletes will appear in the overall standings and, if applicable, in their selected gender category.
Results will reflect the participant’s chosen gender identity, and this information will not be changed without consent.
Awards
Non-binary runners will be eligible for place awards in their own category, or they may choose to compete in the category in which they most closely identify.
Deferral & Transfer Options
Pregnancy or Postpartum Deferral:
Registered runners who are pregnant or within 12 months postpartum may defer their entry to the following year or another future edition of the race.
Extended Deferral Window:
Deferrals may be used anytime within 2 years of the original race date.
Bib Transfer Option:
If deferral isn’t desired, runners may transfer their bib to another participant (following standard transfer guidelines).
May 15, 2027
Distance — 12 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$90.00
May 15, 2027
Distance — 4 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$40.00
May 15, 2027
Distance — 8 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$75.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Lebanon.
Learn more about the host city, Lebanon.
Lebanon is a town in the Nine-County Region of Indiana. It is the seat of Boone County.
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