Saturday, November 21, 2026
Bonnet Carré Spillway Trail – Norco, LA
Get ready to run wild! Whether you’re tackling the 5K or going big with the Half Marathon, the Armadillo Dash is your chance to crush a gorgeous trail course — and celebrate at an amazing post race party!!!
WHEN:
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Race Day Schedule:
7:00 AM – Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
8:00 AM – Half Marathon Start
9:00 AM – 5K Start
WHERE:
Bonnet Carré Spillway Trail – Norco, LA
Start/Finish Location: Boat Launch Pavilion (just west of New Orleans)
🔗 See location link for directions
🚫 NOTE: Do not go to the Bonnet Carré Spillway office – the race is at the Boat Launch Pavilion.
Race Options:
Trail 5K – Perfect for runners and walkers of all levels
Trail Half Marathon (13.1 mi) – A true trail test for the adventurous
The course is 100% well-maintained trail – clearly marked, monitored, and supported with fully stocked aid stations. Run confidently and safely through beautiful wooded paths!
Post-Race Party Includes:
Craft Beer
Yoga on the grass by Alison Price
Delicious jambalaya from Spuddy's Cajun Foods
Live music and laid-back vibes
Trail dog-friendly zone (leashes required)
Registration Includes:
Chip-timed race bib
Soft race shirt
Custom finisher medal
Beer ticket + full access to the post-race celebration
AGE DISCOUNTS:
All participants age 14 & under and 65 & over will receive an automatic $7 discount during registration.
✅ Just enter your date of birth — the system will apply it for you!
This isn’t your average trail run. This is Armadillo Dash —
Run Dirty. Party Hard. Rest Easy.
Presenting Sponsors
General Event Details ( Please read me !! )
Registration Info:
Online registration closes: Noon, Friday, November 20, 2026
After that, in-person registration is available on race day at the site.
Accepted payments: Cash (exact change appreciated), Check, Credit Card, Venmo
T-Shirt Note: Race day registrants are not guaranteed a shirt and must wait until after the race to collect one to ensure pre-registered runners receive theirs first.
Packet Pickup:
Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Urban South Brewery
1645 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Race Day Packet Pickup also available at race site beginning at 7:00 AM
T-Shirts:
5K Participants – Soft-style short sleeve
Half Marathon Participants – Long sleeve poly-cotton blend
Awards:
Armadillo Dash 5K Trail Run:
1st Overall Male & Female
1st in Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, 80+
Armadillo Dash Half Marathon:
1st Overall Male & Female
1st in Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+
Every finisher receives a custom Finisher Medal at the finish line!
Timing & Scoring:
This is a CHIP-TIMED EVENT
Chip is on your race bib – do not fold
Check the label on the back to confirm your bib was assigned to the correct participant
Live Results: Streamed during the race & posted at LazyHoundRacing.com
Photos: Available post-race on our Facebook pages:
Lazy Hound Racing
Louisiana Running + Walking Co
Post-Race Party – Let’s Dash & Celebrate!
Stick around after your run for a kick-ass post-race celebration, featuring:
Craft Beer –an amazing selection of craft brew from URBAN SOUTH
Food - Jambalaya from Spuddy’s Cajun Foods & Burgers
Bananas, Elmer’s Chee Wees, Baker Maid treats
Kentwood Springs Water, Gatorade, Soft Drinks
Live Music from the Country Cajun Boys + Yoga Zone
Please help keep our trail clean – use trash bins provided.
Safety & Trail Etiquette:
We LOVE dogs (we’re Lazy Hound Racing after all), but dogs are NOT allowed on the course due to narrow, single-track terrain.
They’re welcome at the post-race party!
No pets, strollers, or headphones on the course
🏃 Trail etiquette reminder:
Announce “On your left” to pass
If you're blocking others, step aside and let them through
Please see our full list of FAQs on out website at Lazyhoundracing.com
The Armadillo Dash 5K Trail Run is owned by and produced by Lazy Hound Racing
Race Director: Angela Moore Urschel
COURSE DETAILS - COURSE MAP ( Please review - Important details )
Armadillo Dash 5K Trail Run - ALL TRAIL COURSE
PLEASE READ / REVIEW ALL COURSE DETAILS POSTED BELOW. * THIS IS A TRAIL COURSE WITH UNEVEN, UNPAVED SURFACES
Big thank you to the members of NOMAMBO ( New Orleans Mountain Bike krewe ) who maintain the course on an annual basis.
The trail course is a demanding course with quick turns, uphill and downhill sections of some 4-6 feet that may feel like 100 feet. There are several wood bridge crossings - Caution if wet. This course is NOT a mud run or specified as one. The condition of the trail be it wet or dry is pending weather. We do not, can not and will not alter the course with regards to mud, water. Run it as nature sets it.
Course is well marked - pink directional signage, flags, and race officials on course
*5K is one full loop
There are several water - aid stations on course. Station materials include Kentwood Springs Water, Gatorade. Please make use of nearby trash can or keep trash with you to discard at the next aid station.
Please do not litter the run course. If for any reason you need to stop / quit running and need a ride back please do so at one of the aid stations on course . Should any participant notice someone needing aid, please mention this to the next available course volunteer.
Thank you for joining us. This and more information will be on display at the pavilion on the day of race. This event would not be possible without the superb support of the staff and volunteers, our sponsors and our friends with NOMAMBO
*** Half Marathon Course to be posted as soon as its finalized****
Supporting Sponsors
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Angela Moore Urschel
- Website
- Visit website
Countdown to event
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
5K General Division
Price changes in 3 months 5 days-
All Ages - 3.1 mile point to point course
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Register for 5K General Division$39.56
Standard Pricing
Now registering Jul 12 – Oct 23 -
$44.93
one month to go!
Oct 23 – Nov 20 -
$50.29
Race Day
Nov 21 – Nov 20
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Half-Marathon Division
Price changes in 3 months 5 days-
Armadillo Dash Half-Marathon
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Register for Half-Marathon Division$77.13
Standard Pricing
Now registering Jul 12 – Oct 23 -
$82.49
One Month to go!
Oct 23 – Nov 20 -
$93.23
Race Day
Nov 21 – Nov 20
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