The Run the State Series began in 2016 and offers State employees and their families an opportunity to get outdoors and get moving. Each year the Invest In Your Health State employee wellness program coordinates with our partners such as Anthem and the Department of Natural Resources to host various 5K walk/runs and hikes at Indiana's state parks on select Saturday mornings.
Take part in the 2026 Run the State 5K & Hike Series!
Invest In Your Health and our partners at Anthem and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources are excited to host the 2026 Run the State 5K and Hike series for State employees and family members.
The 2026 series features several 5K run/walk and hike events at State parks across Indiana on select Saturday mornings. Employees and their family members are invited to attend these morning events and spend the rest of the day enjoying the parks.
Stay tuned for more details about the 2026 Run the State Series!
Registration
Registration is now open for the first event. Click the button below to register. There is no cost to register, but participants are required to pay $7 per vehicle at the gate for state park entrance. You may register for more than one event; however, there are registration limits for each park, so please only register for events that you plan to attend.
All Run the State 5K & Hike participants will also receive a free Run the State shirt, medal, and State Park pin. Shirts and pins will be handed out during check-in and medals will be given at the end of each 5K or hike. Be sure to select your preferred shirt size when registering.
Sign up with your family members and make the commitment to get out and get moving!
Photos from our 2025 events
Want to participate in a 5K or hike, but can’t make it to a Run the State event? Check out the Physical Activity & Fitness Resources webpage for a listing of resources to help you get outside and get active.
