Join us for the 12th Annual
Trees Trail Challenge!!

Sunday, Nov 1-2, 2025
MTB Races Nov 1 from 10-1 PM
Trail Races Nov 2 at 2 PM
​Franke Park Trails
​Fort Wayne, IN

Trail Run/Race
Run • 10 mi • 5 mi
Mountain Bike Races
MTB • 20 mi • 10 mi
 E-Bike • 10 mi
Looking for a challenging and fun trail experience in the Fort Wayne area?  We have one for you!

Experience the beautiful Midwest fall foliage and color with your choice of trail running (10 or 5 miles) or MTB riding (20 or 10 miles) on beautiful single-track, multi-use mountain bike trails.

The 10- and 5-MILE trail running race course runs through the Franke Park trail system with stream crossings and challenging rolling terrain. This course continues to be EPIC!

RUN

For runners, the TTC is a timed 10-mile race on technical single-track trail. A 5-mile option is also offered. Both 10 and 5-mile courses include a creek crossing and beautiful views of the park.

The trail run is Sunday Nov 2 at 2 PM.

RIDE

For riders, the TTC features three options of timed MTB competition. Riders can choose between a 20-mile distance, a 10-mile distance, or a special 10-mile E-Bike option.

The TTC MTB races are staged and will begin Saturday, Nov 1 at 10 AM. The 20-mile race starts at 10 AM, followed by the 10-mile at 12 PM and the 10-mile E-Bike race at 1 PM.

RUN AND RIDE!

Make it a duathlon! Register to both RUN and RIDE (see RUN + RIDE options). Discounted pricing is given to those that enter to RUN and RIDE.

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Sponsors and Partners

Thank you to our sponsors and our partners who help make this year's event possible!

Benefits Youth and Trails

TRAIL RUNNING proceeds benefit Trees Indiana, an educational organization devoted to connecting youth with trees and nature.  MTB  RACES benefit the Franke Park Trail System.

We believe EVERYONE NEEDS NATURE!

And a post-race donation for maintaining the Franke Park trail system gives back to the trails.

Help Fund This Event!

The Trees Trail Challenge has been a fundraising initiative for Trees Indiana and the Franke Park Trails since its inception in 2015.

Please ask your employer, company or organization to stand alongside Trees Indiana and participate as a sponsor for this community-enriching event.

Contact us at [email protected] to have a conversation about partnering and benefits. 

Volunteers Needed!

The Trees Trail Challenge event is volunteer-based with 100% of funds going to the mission of Trees Indiana and the Franke Park Trails.

This event is an excellent opportunity for families of participants and young people to enjoy beautiful fall weather while helping support a great cause.

We need help with check-in and registration, support at the start-finish line, food and beverage stocking, trail monitoring, trail marking and cleanup, and road/parking assistance.

Contact us at [email protected] if you or a group you represent would like to volunteer for this existing fall event. 
Banner Photo Credits: Barry Adams (runners) and Luis DeVeyra (riders) - thank you!