Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

Step back into the 1980s at Brazos River Park with a half marathon, 5K, or kids dash. Enjoy retro music and costume contests while earning a finisher medal on the scenic paved trails of Sugarland.

A community running event in Allen, Texas on April 19, 2026 featuring a 5K and a 1 mile fun run along the Cottonwood Creek Trail System. Packet pick up is available April 14, April 16 and on race morning.

The 6th annual Towne Lake Half Marathon, 10K and 5K in McKinney, Texas features USATF certified courses with lake and nature preserve views. The event includes finisher medals and gender-specific tech shirts and benefits the McKinney Police..

Gladiator Dash is a mud-run obstacle event in the Bryan/College Station area at Lake Bryan that benefits Still Creek Ranch. The course features multiple obstacles, a swim station with an alternate route, and an optional Endurance Race heat.

Experience the diverse terrain of Reveille Peak Ranch at this trail event near Austin. With distances ranging from 4 miles to a double marathon, runners can enjoy granite domes, creek crossings, and a lakeside finish.

Trail and ultra distances from 5K up to 100K take place at Flat Creek Crossing Ranch near Johnson City on April 25, 2026, over dirty and rocky single and wide track trails with aid stations, drop bag support, and required gear for longer di..

A community fundraiser in Lake Highlands featuring a USATF sanctioned 5K and a one mile family trail walk with entertainment and a children's carnival. Proceeds support Lake Highlands.

Monkey Butt Mayhem is a timed trail challenge on a short, steep loop in Texas. Runners choose a 3 or 6 hour limit to complete as many loops as possible, conquering the infamous 100 foot climb on Monkey Butt Hill. Crews can set up every thir..

Join the 3rd annual Autism Acceptance 5K at Red Oak Creek Trail to support fitness and inclusion for the IDD community. Walk or run the scenic route in Cedar Hill and explore local vendor resources and treats.

Kick off the Wildflower Trails festival with a scenic 5k run through the blooms in Linden, Texas. The event offers awards, a Dri-Fit shirt for early registrants, and free pancakes for all participants. Proceeds support a local student schol..

A donut themed race day in Sugar Land with distances from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon. Several races include chip timing and live results, and a virtual option ships participant shirts and medals.

A Last Person Standing event on a 4 mile loop repeated every hour, with a growing ante added per loop and the final runner taking the pot. Proceeds support The Great Root Movement's programs for people affected by child loss, domestic viole..

A segmented time trials trail race at St. Edward's Greenbelt on April 26, 2026, with a $40 registration fee. The event will be streamed live on YouTube and podium finishers split the prize purse.

Mud Factor returns to Myers Park in McKinney on May 2, 2026 with a 5K mud and obstacle run featuring Adult and KIDZ Family waves. Participants must bring a signed liability waiver and adults need photo ID; spectators pay $10.

Enjoy a high energy spring run at Southside Lions Park featuring 5K and 10K distances. Celebrate at the finish line with a barbecue bash and support local dachshund rescue efforts in San Antonio.

Experience a trail running party at Krause Springs in the Texas Hill Country. Choose from distances ranging from a 5k to a full marathon and enjoy a post race swim at this unique ranch venue.

Experience the natural beauty of Mission Tejas State Park at the Sasquatch Shuffle. With distances ranging from 5k to 100k, this event offers a variety of trail running options for all endurance levels.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the 1st Annual Fuzzy's Taco Dash in Kingwood. Run the scenic Greenbelt Trails and enjoy post race tacos and refreshments with the whole family.

A trail event on May 2nd 2026 at Flat Creek Crossing Ranch offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon on single track trails, with live bluegrass, food truck, finishing awards, and Friday night tent camping.

Experience an urban cross country loop along the Trinity River in Fort Worth. This grassy trail event features 5K and 10K distances with proceeds benefiting a local wolfdog sanctuary.