The Caveman Fun Run takes place on the Flying V Trail System located about 8 miles north of Newcastle, WY on US HWY 85. The trail system consists of over 17 miles of single-track and double-track trails that include challenging climbs and fun descents, all leading to some great views looking out across the Black Hills.
Flying V Trails Map
Course Info
To keep things fun and fresh, we are instituting a rotating course. As has been done with other trail race courses we will be rotating the direction of travel each year:
- Even years: Clockwise
- Odd years: Counterclockwise
We offer three different race distances: 5K, 10K, and 20K
Trails will be well marked with course markings predominately on the right-hand side of the trails.
5K: blue flagging
10K: green flagging
20K: pink flagging
Please refer to the course descriptions below for descriptions of each course, with maps.
5K Course
The 5K course gains about 500 ft. of elevation and gets participants up to some nice views and challenging trails. See the map below. All abilities are welcome!
To see the course desciption, map, and elveation profile: 5K Course Overview
10K Course
The 10K course takes a fun tour around the Flying V Trails with over 1,000 feet of climbing. Get a nice mix of single-track, two-track, and challenging climbs and fun downhills. This course has a little bit of everything. Again, looking to cover some miles but not wanting to run? All abilities are welcome!
To see the course desciption, map, and elveation profile: 10K Course Overview
20K Course
If you want to push yourself and take a tour of the newest trails we have to offer, then the 20K is for you! This course will hit the high point and newest trail at the Flying V called Lasso where you will be rewarded with some great views of the valley. This challenging course will also reward you with approximately 2,000 feet of climbing!
To see the course desciption, map, and elveation profile: 20K Course Overview
Aid Station
There will be one aid station located at the junction of Never Sweat, Breakneck, and Hog Pen. The 10K will pass the aid station once at about mile 3.5. The 20K participants will pass the aid station twice at mile 5.3 and again at mile 10.
Aid station items will include water and tailwind and a selection of snacks including fruit, salty items, and something sweet!
If you have any special needs dietary wise or nutrition wise you will want to bring it yourself. The Cave Man is also a cupless race. So bring your own cup or hydration container. And please, if you pack it in, pack it out!