Texas
Texas Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Texas for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 238 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Texas below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
A community run and walk in San Antonio featuring repeated 2.5 mile loops over 2.5 hours, held as part of the national One Flag Forward relay honoring service and remembrance.
A multi-distance out-and-back on the NETT Trail in Paris Texas, with morning and evening races, volunteer-supported aid stations, cupless rules and a 100K buckle.
A night trail running event in South Llano River State Park offering 5K, 13, 27, 40 mile and a 13 mile ruck with headlamp and water requirements.
At Ray Roberts State Park a 15K trail, 10K ruck march and 5K paved race offer distinct courses with cupless aid stations and event shirts.
Experience the scenic North Shore Trail at the Rock Dallas Trail Run featuring 5K, 15K, and Half Marathon distances along the wooded shores of Grapevine Lake.
A 4.5 mile ruck at Fox Stump Nature Trail in Linden TX hosted by True Grit Fitness as a fundraiser for those fighting cancer, with an optional extra loop and walkers welcome.
Top Speed Elite XC Meet is a cross country meet at Spring Creek Park in Tomball, Texas, on September 19, 2026.
In Little Elm TX participants complete 2 miles every hour for 24 hours to total 48 miles, offered in person and virtual formats.
Experience a unique trail race starting deep within Natural Bridge Caverns before winding through scenic Texas hills and woods in various distances or a Last Person Standing format.
A family friendly 5K mud run in Conroe with obstacles, mud pits, a pre party and packet pickup at Three Palms Action Sports Park on September 26, 2026.
Sky Island in Fort Davis Texas on 26 September 2026 features trail races on single track West Texas trails. Distances include 31 miles, 17 miles and 9.5 miles, with lodging options at Prude Ranch and Indian Lodge.
Experience the rugged terrain of Claude Texas at the Conquer the Canyon Trail Race. With distances ranging from 5k to 100k plus a youth run there is a trail course for every distance preference.
A multi-distance event at Brazos River Park in Sugar Land with 50 m kids dash, 1 mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, virtual option, shirts and medals.
An untimed, family friendly fun run on the Violet Crown Trail in Austin on September 26, 2026, with a finish line celebration and proceeds supporting trail stewardship.
A team based 5K with obstacles and a 1K walk at Father Charles M. McNaboe Park supporting suicide prevention and community resources.
A community memorial 5K in De Kalb, TX on Sept 26, 2026 supporting student athletes, run on a marked mixed pavement and trail course with water stations and on-site parking.
October 2026
Oktoberfest Trail Run in Farmersville, Texas offers 5k to 50k distances on the reclaimed Chaparral Trail through prairies and farmland. The event features marked aid stations, a cupless refill policy, and one post-race beverage per registrant with ID..
A three-day outdoor festival Oct 2-4, 2026 featuring trail runs, 33/60 mi gravel races, and Frio River float trips in Leakey, Concan, and Uvalde, TX.
Trail races at Dana Peak Park near Stillhouse Hollow Lake in Harker Heights Texas offer looped courses from 10K to 100K with notable climbs and staffed aid stations. Hydration device required; pacers permitted for the 100K second loop.
A family-friendly mud run at Cycle Ranch Pro on Oct 3, 2026 featuring obstacles, waist-level mud pits, a pre-event party, tiered registration and community donation program.