Trail Running calendar near Ardmore 2025-2026

Thunderbird Trail Run at Liberty Lake in Guthrie offers races from 5K to 100K on fast runnable single track with some elevation. Stocked aid stations, race photos, post race meal and finisher awards with a special buckle for 100K.

Hit Erwin Park for Trails & Tacos, a scenic 15K and 5K supporting a memorial scholarship through the McKinney Education Foundation. Trail snacks, upbeat volunteers and tacos await at the finish.

Experience rugged, rocky trails at Cross Bar Ranch near Turner Falls in Davis, OK on Nov 15, 2025 with 100K, 50K, 20K and 10K distances. Hilly, challenging loops with aid stations and a 24 hour cutoff make it a true test for trail lovers.

Run Thanksgiving Day at Herman Baker Park in Sherman with the Turkey Trek, offering 5K and 10K trail routes over scenic but technical single track. Grab a Turkey TREK beanie, chase age and overall awards, and enjoy a festive morning on the..

Run the 6th annual Durant Turkey Chase on Nov 29 with a scenic 5k, a one mile fun run, or a virtual option. The new course crosses the Dr Thomas Newsom Bridge along the Crooked Smile Trail and benefits Durant Trails and Open Space.

Tackle scenic trails at Ray Roberts Lake State Park on Dec 6, 2025 with the Isle du Bois Trail Run, offering distances from 4 miles up to 50K. Expect groomed single track plus technical sections with roots and rocks for all skill levels.

Nature Nate's The Backland is a last man standing trail race at Walnut Creek Resort where runners loop 4.5 miles until one champion remains. Limited to 60 entrants, the race awards belt buckles, a cash prize, and pre race camping.

Take on scenic, hilly Johnson Branch trails at Ray Roberts Lake with distances from 5K to 100K on a 25K loop. Trails are rugged and rooty, headlamps are required, and every finisher earns a special award.

Kick off 2026 with the New Year's Day Run 5K McKinney on January 1, 2026. Choose a 5K along scenic Wilson Creek, a family friendly 1M fun run or run virtually and earn a finisher medal and t shirt.

Take on the 45th annual Cross Timbers Trail Run in Gordonville, Texas, where rugged trails hug the shoreline of Lake Texoma. With distances from 5 miles to 50K and a welcoming trail community, it offers a scenic challenge for all abilities.

Explore rolling hills and oak groves at LBJ National Grasslands near Alvord TX, with distances from 15K to 100 mile for every runner. Looped non technical trails, generous cutoffs, plus medals and buckles for finishers.

Take on Copper Breaks State Park on March 21 at Chupacabra 50, with 50 mile, 53K, 20K, 9K and a 9K ruck over grass, rock, sandstone and single track, with about 2500 feet of climbing on the long course. Entry is capped so sign up early.

Join GreenFest on the Greenbelt in Aubrey, Texas for a festival and trail race featuring a 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K and 10K trail courses, live music, food trucks and family activities. Dogs on leash allowed. Proceeds benefit Greenbelt conservati..

Experience the Full Circle Trail Race at LLELA in Lewisville on April 18, 2026, with marathon, half, 10K, 5K and a 1 mile youth run. Presented with UNT and the City of Lewisville, the race supports local habitat restoration.

Join the Trail To Recovery 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk on May 9, 2026 in Norman, OK for a scenic community trail run that raises funds for local recovery and mental health programs. Expect medals, shirts, and a family friendly park course.