5th Annual Love Never Ends Trail Run october 10 - 11, 2026

LNE Race Director:

Karen A. Sparks

• Reagan and Grant's Mom
• Founde, The Great Root Movement Nonprofit
• Founder, Love. Move. Rize.

32 Races Completed:

• Ragnar Relay Race Finisher
• 3 x 5k Finisher
• 10k Finisher
• 2 x 15k Finisher
• 9 x Half Marathon Finisher
• 25k Finisher
• 20 Mile Finisher
• 2 x Marathon Finisher
• 3 x 50k Finisher
• 4 x 50 Mile Finisher
• 3 x 100k Finisher
• 2 x 100 Mile Finisher (Unofficial & Official)

Pacer/Crew duties:

• 1 x 50 Miler
• 2 x 100k 
• 1 x 69 Miler
• 3 x 100 - Rocky Raccoon / IT 100
• 2 x Badwater 135 
• 2 x Cocodona 250

LNE Co-Race Directors:

Denny Hodge-  Artist, Athlete, Writer, Veteran

Nicole Chilson: Owner, Texian Bell Bookkeeping/

Treasurer, The Great Root Movement/

Runner

Love Never Ends Trail Run is made possible by our race and co-race directors, and our volunteers, who give their time to ensure the best experience! We are blessed to have caring, experienced, and hardworking people who help with everything from trail setup and cleanup to aid stations, safety measures, traffic/parking, and so much more. Our incredible team is the heart and soul of sharing our Love Never Ends message throughout our community. 

"This event was more than a race - it was a meeting of community,  healing, and hope. We could feel it from the moment we arrived!"

"It was so inspirational. Thank you for reintroducing us to running!"

"What a great day! No matter what level we participated in, we all felt  like we were on the same team, cheering for one another."

"The staff and volunteers were fantastic, and the raffle prizes were the best!"

"I've suffered from domestic violence, severe depression, and suicidal  behavior in my past, and Karen and The Great Root Movement demonstrates  hope, love, and the rebuilding of lives."

"What a great community event, so much fun and togetherness! A true spirit of love and hope were in the air."