Trail Running calendar near Waco 2025-2026

Explore rolling trails at Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, Texas on November 22 to 23, 2025, with distances from 5 miles to 100 miles. The looped course blends runnable stretches and technical sections for a rewarding endurance test..

Join the Hutto Turkey Trail Trot and Pajama Drive on Thanksgiving morning for 1.1 and 3.1 mile trail runs on dirt paths. Bring new youth pajamas to support The Pajama Program and help maintain Hippo Trails.

Celebrate Thanksgiving morning with the Struttin’ Our Stuffin’ Turkey Trot at Getzendaner Park Trail in Waxahachie. Choose timed 5K or 10K routes or enjoy a free untimed run for a festive start to your holiday.

Mosaic Trail Race at Indian Mound Ranch on Dec 6, 2025 offers distances from youth 1 mile to 50k on scenic hill country single track. Enjoy race swag, chip timing and a youth finisher medal on challenging looped courses.

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.

Hit the trails at Fall Creek Ranch in Granbury on January 31, 2026 for a scenic run across prairies, creek crossings and rolling hills with Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a Couch Conservationist option. Rugged single track, finisher medals and..

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.

Run the 47th Annual Cross Country Trail Run in Waco's scenic Cameron Park. Pick a 5 Mile competitive run or a 2 Mile hike, with virtual options, and earn a finisher medal as you tackle winding trails like Powerline and Vortex.

Cupid's Gauntlet is a scenic but demanding trail race at Dana Peak Park on Stillhouse Hollow Lake, with rocky climbs, shaded singletrack and lake viewpoints. Distances range from 10K to 60K, perfect for casual trail runners and ultrarunners..

Run scenic trails at Camp El Tesoro in Granbury on March 6 and 7, 2026 with 5K, 10K and a kids 1K fun run. Finish with chip timing and optional cabin lodging plus a chef prepared Friday night dinner.

Hippo Trail Fest in Hutto, TX on March 21, 2026 features trail races from a youth mile to marathon, ruck divisions, and the playful Hippo Haul weight carry. Expect scenic forest trails, aid stations, and a festive weekend vibe.

Ricochet's Riot offers trail races from 5k to 50k across rolling hills, stream crossings, and riverside singletrack. Finish the day with a festive Beer Mile for 21 plus runners and enjoy food trucks and drinks at Parrie Haynes Ranch.

Choose your challenge at Toughest 'N Texas Trail Runs in Cameron Park Waco on April 18, 2026, with distances from 5K to 50K. Rugged single track along the Brazos and Bosque rivers offers scenic hilly trails and finishers get medals and taco..

Run scenic but rugged trails at Cleburne State Park with looped courses for every level, from short runs to a 50 mile challenge. Steep climbs and technical terrain with cupless rules and volunteer aid stations make this a true trail test.

High Hope Endurance Run invites you to Memorial Day Weekend on classic Texas Hill Country trails at High Hope Ranch, with distances from 5K up to a single day 200K ultra. Enjoy well marked courses, round the clock aid, camping and finisher..

Run the San Gabriel River single track through Georgetown parks with distances from a youth 1 mile to a 50 km ultramarathon. Chip timing, river views, and a youth finisher medal make it a memorable spring trail outing.

Celebrate summer running at the Red White and Blue Half Marathon in Waco on July 26, 2026. Family friendly distances from a kids dash to the half marathon, plus a DJ, post race snacks and a medal for every finisher.

Run under the stars at Cedar Hill State Park on August 1, 2026, with options from 5K to 54K along scenic Joe Pool Lake. Trails are moderate to challenging so bring lights and hydration for a memorable night of rugged fun.

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.

Tackle scenic looped trails at High Hope Ranch in Glen Rose with distances from 5K to 100K plus a kids fun run for a fun weekend of trail running. All finishers receive a shirt and medal and 100K finishers earn buckles, with camping availab..