Trail Running calendar near Houston 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail event at Huntsville State Park featuring 100 mile and 100 km races plus a youth 1 mile run. The course uses five 20 mile loops with frequent aid stations and pine-needle trails.

Celebrate Mardi Gras Madness at Oyster Creek Park in Sugar Land with festive runs for all ages, in person or virtual. Enjoy a lively Race Rally with music, chip timed 5K and 10K, finisher medals and live awards as runners finish.

Rocky 50 is a multi distance trail race at Huntsville State Park on February 14, 2026, featuring 50 mile, 50K, 13.1 mile and a youth one mile. The course circles Lake Raven with roots, bridges, marked trails and full aid station support.

A Valentine’s Day fun run in Houston with 5K, 1.5 mile and 1 mile routes on a mostly flat, stroller friendly woodland trail at Windwood Presbyterian. All participants receive a finisher's medal.

A multi day timed ultrarunning event in Cat Spring TX with solo and ruck divisions from 6 hour to 100 hour plus a 24 hour team relay. The course is a 2 mile out and back with a main aid station and course side camping.

Sam's Last Stand is a bold fatass style trail race that covers 96 miles along the Lone Star Hiking Trail through Sam Houston National Forest. Limited to 25 runners, participants must finish within a 36 hour cutoff on a lightly supported Lea..

A 5K on the Buffalo Bayou Trails with comedians stationed along the course and a post-run comedy show at The Water Works in Houston on March 7, 2026. Multiple ticket options include comedy-only and entries with or without swag.

A three-day trail event in Seabrook on March 13 to 15 2026 offering in-person and virtual distances from 1K to marathon, plus multi-day challenge options. Events are based at Rex Meador Park.

A multi event trail race at Stephen F. Austin State Park in San Felipe, Texas offering 5k, 10k, half marathon and a combined Triple with cumulative time. The day also features a Kids Kilometer, live music and a BBQ food truck.

Join Run Through The Woods in Humble, Texas on March 28, 2026 for a scenic 1 Mile fun run or a 5K through pine trails. A welcoming event for all abilities, perfect for families and first timers.

Brazos Bend 50 in Needville, TX offers races from 5K to 50M on a nearly flat, well-marked trail through a state park known for birds and alligators. The event features aid stations, drop bags for the 50M, chip timing, and registered pacers.

Set sail for the Pirate 5K, 10K and Half Marathon on April 11, 2026 in Katy, TX at Mason Creek Hike and Bike Trail. Pick your distance, earn a finisher medal, shop race gear and compete in a spirited, costume friendly community run.

Run the Gulf Coast Grind on sand at Surfside Beach in Freeport on April 18, with distances from 5K to 100K or a team relay. Enjoy waterfront loops, full aid stations, chip timing, custom medals and same day packet pickup.

Run through the Decades at Brazos River Park in Sugarland for a neon 1980s themed half marathon experience with a live DJ and a pre race costume contest. Choose from half marathon, 5K or virtual options and earn medals and age group awards.

Spice up May 2 with Fuzzy's Taco Dash in Kingwood Texas, offering 5k, 10k, relays and a kids dash on the Greenbelt. Expect taco themed relay tasks, fun swag and a charity vibe supporting Addie's Faith Foundation.

Run Fuzzy's Taco Dash on May 3, 2026 in Sugarland for a road and Greenbelt trail challenge with 5k, 10k, relays, a kids dash and virtual options. All finishers get a shirt and medal and you can celebrate with tacos and margs.

Join the Luau in Katy, Texas on May 9 at Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail for 5K, 10K and half marathon distances. Enjoy a festive course with medals, shirts, costume prizes and post race fun for all paces.

Run the Wiener Run 5K and 10K at Oyster Creek Park in Sugar Land on May 16, 2026, supporting a local wiener dog rescue with on site adoptions and donations. Finishers get medals and shirts and enjoy a free hot dog and drink.

Medal Madness at Mason Creek Hike and Bike Trail in Katy, TX on June 13 offers 5K, 10K and half marathon distances with finisher medals, a gear shop and awards. Register on RunSignup and join the costume friendly fun.

Trail races of 5k and 10k through shaded pine forests and creek crossings at Village Creek State Park in Lumberton, TX, with aid station support. Race proceeds support a nonprofit focused on recovering missing and exploited children.