Pufferbelly Run, Walk, and Stroll
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
Jul 18, 2026 - Saturday
5k, 10k, Fun Run
Race Information
Join the Annual Pufferbelly Run/Walk/Stroll at the Pufferbelly Trail. The proceeds from this event will help further develop the trails, including new sections. When completed, the trail will be part of the Poka-Bache Connector, running from Ouabache State Park in Bluffton to Pokagon State Park in Angola. This 81-mile connector trail will bring the Steuben, Dekalb, Allen, and Wells communities together. This trail is a crucial part of the United Trails project in the region. It is planned as a tourist destination and for cultural growth for residents in all four counties.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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