Trail Running calendar near Harker Heights 2025-2026

Start 2026 on trails at the Lake Travis New Year’s Trail Challenge, Jan 1 and 2 at Shaffer Bend Park. Choose ultramarathon loops or shorter 5K and kids 1K routes with limestone bluffs, wooded trails and Colorado River views.

Take on The Resolution Run in Waco on Jan 3, choosing distances from 8K to 50K on scenic, rooty single track loops in Cameron Park. Finishers score a tri blend tee and a wooden medal to celebrate the effort.

Tackle Bastrop State Park trails at the Cowboy YETI on Jan 17, 2026, with distances from 7K to 100K. Rocky single track uses a 20K loop with about 800 feet of climbing per loop, plus full aid and standout finisher gear.

Run the Rodeo Stampede in Waco on February 14, 2026 with distances from a kids dash to a half marathon and virtual options. Enjoy a DJ, costumed Bigfoot mascot, cowboy costume contest, shirts and belt buckle style medals.

Join the 47th Annual Cross Country Trail Run in Waco's Cameron Park, opening the Huaco Cuatro series. Choose a non competitive 2 Mile Trail Hike or the hilly 5 Mile Trail Run through trails like Powerline and Vortex.

Hit the trails at McKinney Falls State Park on February 21, 2026 for The Stampede, a twisty, creek crossing trail race inside Austin. Choose from 10k 20k or 30k distances and enjoy challenging climbs and scenic singletrack.

Take on rocky lakeside trails at Dana Peak Park near Stillhouse Hollow Lake with multiple distances from 10K to a 60K ultramarathon. Expect tree shaded climbs, stunning lake views, camping and a festival vibe for runners of all levels.

Run through scenic Colorado Bend State Park on Feb 21, 2026 in Bend, Texas, with routes from a 52.4 mile ultra down to a youth run. Enjoy waterfalls, streams and fresh air plus participant swag and finisher medals.

Take on The Great Springs Trail Race in Del Valle with distances from a youth mile to a 50K. Run a rugged 6.5 mile loop of rocky descents, steep climbs and wooded single track along Onion Creek with aid stations.

On March 21, 2026 join the Hippo Trail Fest in Hutto, Texas for a lively day of trail runs, ruck divisions, youth races and the quirky Hippo Haul weight carry race. Choose from 1 mile youth, 5 km, 10 km and ruck options up to 20 mile and 50..

Get lost in the fun at The Maze, a trail race through twisting trails, creek crossings and climbs in Austin on March 21, 2026. Choose from 10K, 20K or 30K distances and tackle an adventurous course close to town.

Race rolling hills, stream crossings and riverside trail at Parrie Haynes Ranch in Ricochet's Riot. Pick distances from 50k to a youth mile or try the 21 or older Beer Mile, plus food trucks and a beer trailer after the races.

Join the Rodeo Stampede in Marble Falls, Texas for a festival style race day with distances from a kids dash to a half marathon and a virtual option. Pick your challenge and soak up scenic hill country trails and lively post race vibes.

Run among bluebonnets at Turkey Bend Recreation Area in Marble Falls, TX on March 29, 2026. Distances from kids 2K to 50 mile ultra, in person or virtual, with a handcrafted wooden finisher medal and proceeds supporting HKRS Cedar Park yout..

Run or hike Cameron Park at the Down 'n Dirty on April 4, 2026, with 3K and 8K options across named trail sections. Scenic, fun, and part of the Huaco Cuatro Trail Run Series.

Take on rugged single track trails along the Brazos and Bosque Rivers in Cameron Park, Waco, over rocky, hilly and rooty terrain with distances from 5K to a 50K. Finishers earn medals and after the race enjoy tacos, drinks and a festive atm..

Run scenic looped trails at Reveille Peak Ranch through meadows, creek crossings and a huge granite dome. Distances from a youth 1 mile to a 52.4 mile double marathon make this a challenging, picturesque trail weekend.

Desert Wolf Trail Run in Johnson City tests runners on rocky single track with about 1,400 feet of climbing and scenic Hill Country views. Distances from 5K to 100K plus a ruck division, stocked aid stations and finisher awards.

Experience rugged Texas trails at the Pechanga Trail Run in Spicewood on May 2, 2026, with distances from 50k and marathon to 5k and a youth run. Festive name and great scenery make this a can’t miss community race day.

Texas Switchback returns to Johnson City, TX on May 2, 2026, with 5k, 10k, half marathon and marathon options on scenic single track trails. Enjoy volunteer support, live bluegrass, a local food truck and a post race dip in Flat Creek.