Screaming Monkey - Keithville, LA
The Screaming Monkey race, held annually at Eddie D. Jones Park in Keithville, Louisiana, offers challenging trail running distances of 25K, 50K, and 50 miles. The course features a 15.5-mile technical loop with about 1,100 feet of elevation gain, combining 75% single-track trails, equestrian paths, gravel, and some road sections.
Runners experience varied terrain including rolling red-clay hills, forest tracks, and a ravine, all near a National Chimpanzee Sanctuary, adding a unique atmosphere with occasional primate sounds. Aid stations are strategically placed, and drop bags are allowed. The event also offers free camping and a special chimpanzee sanctuary tour option for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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