Trail Running calendar near Austin 2026-2027

Experience the longest running night trail series in the country at Pedernales Falls. Choose from distances ranging from a youth mile to 60K and enjoy a unique evening of trail running in the Texas Hill Country.

A night trail run at Guadalupe River State Park offering 50K, 25K, 8K and an 8K ruck option; rocky single track trails, required headlamp, and an 8.5 hour cutoff.

Get ready for a tropical running party at Southside Lions Park. This family-friendly event features timed 5K and 10K races, a fun 1-mile run, and a kids dash, all with island-themed medals, leis, and music. Awards, aid stations, and a festi..

Join the Red, White and Blue Half Marathon in San Antonio for a festive run with multiple distances for all ages. All finishers get a medal and shirt, with trophies for top performers. Enjoy a lively atmosphere with music, snacks, and sceni..

Experience a technical nighttime trail race at Muleshoe Bend near Austin. Choose from distances including 5K to 60K and a youth mile on rocky technical terrain through the scenic Lower Colorado River region.

Experience a multi distance trail event at Rocky Hill Ranch in Smithville. Run through shaded pine forests on a 10km single track loop with distances ranging from 10km to various ultramarathons and relays.

Dive into the Shark Week Showdown, an ocean-themed race at Lady Bird Johnson Trail Park. Choose from a Kids Dash, 1 Mile, chip-timed 5K, or 10K, all featuring music and finisher medals. The event includes youth pricing, various volunteer op..

Experience a night trail run through the rugged canyons and natural springs of Colorado Bend State Park. Choose from multiple distances ranging from 5K to 60K plus a special youth mile and rucking options.

Experience a rigorous trail event at Pearsall Park featuring hilly courses and summer conditions. Runners enjoy professional timing, a commemorative singlet, and a post race taco breakfast in San Antonio.

The Caliente Off Road 5K takes runners on a new cross-country style course through Long Branch Park. This event is part of the Centex Race Series, where all finishers earn points. The first 120 registrants are guaranteed a race shirt and ba..

A night trail running event at Land Heritage Institute in San Antonio offering distances from 5K to 50K plus a 17K ruck option. The course uses dirt single and wide track trails with aid stations, finishing shirts, and medals.

Experience the finale of the Capt'n Karl's Trail Series at Reveille Peak Ranch. Navigate rock domes and technical single track with distances ranging from a youth mile to a 60K ultramarathon.

Event Format OUTLAST is a six-hour endurance challenge. Runners attempt to complete a 5K trail loop every hour, on the hour. To remain in the event, each lap must be finished within the allotted hour. Participants who finish early wait unti..

Experience the natural beauty of O. P. Schnabel Park at the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon. Choose from multiple distances including a half marathon, 5K, and kids dash through scenic Texas trails.

Experience an inaugural trail race through four unique ecosystems at McKinney Roughs Nature Park. Choose from four distances on technical single track trails featuring scenic Colorado River overlooks and the historic Lost Pines.

Experience three days of trail running in the Texas Hill Country at Camp Buckner. With distances ranging from 5k to 50k and a youth run, this event offers specially built trails for every participant.

Experience a unique lake party and trail run on the scenic shores of Lake Travis. Choose from multiple distances and finish your race with a cooling dip in the water at Pace Bend Park.

Choose your side as a hero or villain at this festive race in Southside Lions Park featuring distances from a Kids Dash to a Half Marathon. Enjoy chip timed courses, finish line medals, and a pre race costume contest.

Experience a unique trail race starting inside the Natural Bridge Caverns before winding through beautiful wooded hills. Choose from standard distances or test your grit in the Last Person Standing endurance challenge.

Trail race at Dana Peak Park near Stillhouse Hollow Lake offering 100K, 50K, 20K and 10K options. Courses are single loops on rocky, tree lined trails with several climbs; all runners must carry a hydration device.