Trail Running calendar near Leander 2025-2026

Desert Wolf near Austin at Flat Creek Crossing Ranch in Johnson City offers 5K to 100K trail and ultra runs across rugged ranch and Pedernales Falls Park terrain. Expect rocky single track, remote stretches, full aid and finisher buckles.

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.

Explore scenic single track through the Lost Pines at Bastrop State Park on May 9 and 10, with distances from 5K to 50K plus rucking and family races. New start, revised routes and double day challenges promise an unmissable trail weekend.

Run beneath the stars at Spider Mountain Trail Race in Burnet, Texas on May 16 and 17, 2026. Lift served trails and options from youth miles to 12 hour endurance races plus ruck and team relays make this a weekend of spirited trail running.

On May 17, 2026 tackle classic central Texas singletrack at the Armadillo Trail Run, part of Spartan Trail weekend at Reveille Peak Ranch. Expect slickrock and cactus sections on a rewarding 10K through scenic Hill Country.

Join River's Edge Trail Race on May 23, 2026 at the Katy Trailhead in Georgetown. Trail runs from 5 miles to 50 km, youth races and mountain bike courses follow scenic single track along the San Gabriel River. All ages welcome.

Enjoy a scenic all terrain 5K across Luckenbach trails and stream crossings, with finisher medal and race swag. Stay for live Texas style country music and a separate Beer Mile for participants 21 and up.

Run the Great Springs Trail Race at Canyon Lake on June 6, 2026, with distances from a challenging 50K to a family friendly youth mile. Enjoy scenic Madrone Trail views and on site post race festivities.

Experience moonlit trails at Pedernales Falls State Park on June 6 and 7, 2026 with night races from a youth mile to a 60K. Join the Capt'n Karl's community for scenic evening runs, a youth race, and referral rewards for registrants.

Tackle rocky, technical trails at Capt'n Karl's Trail Series Muleshoe Bend, June 27 to 28, 2026 in Spicewood TX. Part of the Night Trail Run Series, it offers distances from 60K to 5K through wooded, hilly terrain for all abilities.

Rise in the Pines on July 18, 2026 at Rocky Hill Ranch offers a scenic 10k loop through shaded pines and hills, with distances from 10k to an epic 200k and relay options. Enjoy full aid, chip timing, free photos, custom medal and swag.

Run under the stars in Capt'n Karl's Trail Series at scenic Colorado Bend State Park, featuring cliffs, caves, springs and waterfalls. Choose distances from 5K to 60K plus youth, ruck and virtual options for all levels.

Celebrate summer and patriotism in Waco with the Red, White and Blue Half Marathon on July 26, 2026. Choose distances from a kids dash to a chip timed half marathon and enjoy festive aid stations, medals and shirts at the finish.

Run Capt'n Karl's at Reveille Peak Ranch near Burnet, Texas on August 8 and 9, 2026 for a rugged, scenic weekend across rock domes, single track and wooded hills. Distances span 1 mile youth to 60K on technical terrain with steep climbs.

Take on the TUFF ENUFF Trail Run in Woodway TX on August 15, 2026, with scenic 5K and 10K trail options and a finisher medal for all. Part three of the Huaco Cuatro Trail Run Series, this race delivers rugged fun for all levels.

Run the Mellow Trail Race Sept 12 2026 at Pace Bend Park near Spicewood Texas with a scenic finish on Lake Travis. Choose from 26.2 mile, 13.1 mile, 10k, 5k and a youth mile on technical rocky trails with staffed aid stations.

Scenic single loop trail races at Dana Peak Park around Stillhouse Hollow Lake, from 10K to a rugged 100K with big climbs and lake views. Mandatory hydration, aid stations and finisher medals or a buckle.

Experience autumn trails and Lake Travis views at Turkey Bend with marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 12 hour endurance challenge. Finishers earn a medal and collectible challenge coin while scenic single track and overlooks await.

Fields of Gold Trail Run at Shaffer Bend offers 5K to 50K races and a 12 Hour Endurance Challenge on scenic meadow and lakeside trails. Earn a finisher medal and shirt and enjoy a post race harvest while supporting youth running programs.