Trail Running calendar near Tyler 2026-2027

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 race at Tyler State Park with distances from 5K to 50K and a 13K ruck, run on rooty single track through East Texas pines. Headlamp and water carrying system are required and aid stations support runners on the loop.

Trail races through dense East Texas pine forest at Tyler State Park, offered in 5k, 10k, 25k and 50k. Single-track, technical trails are marked and supported by aid stations with refill service and basic first aid.

A community 5K and 1K kids race at Kilgore Creekside Trail that raises funds for the Kilgore ISD Education Foundation, with packet pickup the day before, prizes, and a non-racing supporter option.

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 continuous-loop trail ultra at Tyler State Park on a 3.1-mile loop with fully stocked aid each lap. Runners choose 40 or 50 miles with a 12 hour cutoff and a central staging area for crew and supplies.

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.

A looped trail race at Tyler State Park through pine forest and rolling hills, offering distances from 7K to 108K. The event is cupless, requires a personal hydration device, and includes aid stations and looped course support.

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.

Run The Pines at Lindsey Park is part of a four-race East Texas trail series on natural dirt and forest trails. The event offers 5K to 30K options and a ruck division with a 20 pound minimum, with series medals and event apparel for finishe..

The 2nd Annual Superheroes for Autism 5K in Center, Texas on April 17, 2027 features a 5K run and a 1.5 mile walk, roll, stroll. Registration opens November 1, 2026; the 5K fee is $30 and the 1.5 mile option is free.

A looped trail event at Mission Tejas State Park offering 100k, 50k, 30k, 10k and 5k on single-track trails with climbs, rock stairs and full aid stations. All finishers receive medals and event swag.