Full Moon 5k

Race a course lit by torch and moonlight!

This nighttime course winds through scenic woodland paths, featuring paved roads, bike trails, and a well-lit gravel road illuminated by tiki torches and moonlight.

All race proceeds directly support Patoka Lake's birds of prey educational program, helping care for non-releasable wildlife ambassadors.

Event starts around 9 p.m. at the beach, depending on when the sun sets. Please arrive no later than 8 p.m. to check in and receive your bib. Register by August 7th to guarantee your race t-shirt!

Registration Price:

$20 - April 21st - August 7th (t-shirt included)

$30 - August 8th - August 28th (t-shirt not guaranteed)

Onsite Registration and Packet Pick-up:

Friday August 28th from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Patoka Lake Nature Center and from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the beach. Pre-registration is preferred! 

Awards

Awards will be given to overall male and female winners and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female winners of the following age groups: 14 and under, 15 -19, 20 -29, 30- 39, 40- 49, 50- 59, 60 -69, and 70+.

Recreation Area Entrance Fee

Race participant’s vehicle entrance fees are waived. All other vehicles will pay the $7 entrance fee or $15 for out-of-state vehicles.

Cancellation

In the event of cancellation, no refunds will be made. Entries are not transferable or exchangeable. 

Amenities

There are onsite shower houses and restrooms. Camping is available onsite.

Lodging

Campgrounds are available onsite. Cabins are available locally. Other lodging is available in the cities of Jasper (19 miles west) and French Lick (17 miles north).

Opportunities

Boating, skiing, fishing, kayaking, archery, hiking trails, fitness trail, 6-mile paved bike trail, disc golf course, & more.

Directions

The race will be held at Patoka Lake, 3084 N. Dillard Rd.  Birdseye, IN 47513. However, the town where we are actually located is Wickliffe, IN. GPS and MapQuest directions are usually accurate in locating the property using the address above.

Join fellow runners on August 28, 2026 for the Full Moon 5k. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Birdseye.