Trail Running calendar near Gilmer 2026-2027

A continuous 50-mile trail race on a scenic 5K loop in Tyler, Texas. Runners complete about 16 laps with full support and a 12-hour cutoff. The format focuses on pacing and features chip timing and a dedicated 50-mile field.

Tackle over 25 muddy obstacles on a course that winds through open pasture and wooded trails in Nacogdoches. Register early for a discount on the entry fee and receive a shirt and medal. Youth runners must be accompanied by an adult.

A continuous 50 mile trail race on a 3.68 mile loop in Tyler, TX. Runners complete 14 loops with chip timing, a 12 hour cutoff, regular aid each lap, staging areas, and permitted late race pacer support.

Trail runs and a ruck at Mineola Nature Preserve with distances from 7K to 50K, loop formats, cupless water refill stations, finisher medals, and participation in the Texas Ultra Series.

The TrailX Endurance and Fit Challenge blends trail running with functional fitness obstacles on the banks of the Red River. Participants can choose from four named distances, including a kids' event. The challenge features obstacles like t..

Exclamation 5.0 is a Last Runner Standing race in Roxton, Texas, where runners tackle a 5-mile loop each hour. The unique course is shaped like an exclamation mark. The last runner to complete a loop within the hour wins as the Lone Wolf St..

Celebrate the holiday spirit in the summer heat at the Christmas Half Marathon in July. Run the A.R. Teague trail along the Red River from Walker Place Park. All finishers get a custom medal and shirt, with awards for top performers across..

Experience a rugged night trail run on a private ranch in Gilmer, Texas. Navigate single track trails and creek crossings under the stars with distances ranging from a 5K to a 50K ultra.

A night trail event at Tyler State Park offering distances from 5K to 50K plus a 13K ruck, run on rooty singletrack with required headlamp and a 9-hour cutoff.

Experience a flat and fast race on the NETT Trail starting at the Eiffel Tower in Paris Texas. Choose from multiple distances including ultra marathons or join the Paris Pair Challenge by running morning and evening races.

Experience a unique trail event in Blanchard that combines distance running with a strategic game of tic tac toe. Complete laps to earn moves on your bib and compete for game based prizes on this elevated course.

A 24-hour challenge at Tyler State Park where participants run ten 5k loops starting every 2.5 hours. The route runs on dirt trails with rocks and roots, lighting is required and camping at Blackjack serves as race headquarters.

A trail event at Eddie D. Jones Park in Keithville, LA on Nov 7, 2026 offering distances from 10K to 100 miles on a 15.5-mile technical loop with multiple aid stations, camping, pacer rules, and a limited Chimp Haven tour.

A multi-distance endurance running event in Tyler, Texas on November 14, 2026, offering races from 10K to 50K with registration closing November 13 at 11:59 PM CT.

Experience an endurance challenge in Paris, Texas, featuring 50K, 100K, and 100-mile trail runs. Participants can also take part in a specialized 100K ruck category.

A night trail event on January 2, 2027 at 1 North Trails in Blanchard LA. Two route options are offered: a 7 mile single track and a 4.5 mile paved Soda Lake loop; a light source is mandatory.

Trail race at Tyler State Park that is part of the Run The Pines four-race East Texas series. Courses use natural dirt and forest trails and offer distances from 5K to 30K plus a ruck division with a 20 pound minimum.

Trail running at Tyler State Park through East Texas pine forest with rolling hills and single track. Multiple distances from 7K to 108K, online registration only; hydration device required and the race is cupless.

Run The Pines Trail Series is a four race trail series near Tyler and Longview offering 5K to 30K options, a ruck division, event tee for all participants, and finisher medals that combine into a series plaque.

Part of the Run the Pines Trail Series, the Faulkner Park race on 02/14 runs on natural dirt and forest trails and offers 5K to 30K options plus a ruck division with a 20 lb minimum; awards include finisher medals, tees, and cash prizes.