Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

A free cross-country event at TAMU-Kingsville with 1k, 3k (chip-timed) and 5k (chip-timed) options, mostly grass course, age and team awards, and on-site packet pickup and registration windows.

Experience an outdoor festival featuring trail runs through the scenic Greenbelt Park. Enjoy off-road courses across historic bridges and stay for the music and food trucks while supporting local state park improvements.

Trail Racing Over Texas stages Brazos Bend at Brazos Bend State Park with races from 5 km to 50 mile on mostly flat, tree shaded trails. The 2026 50 km serves as the RRCA Texas State Championships.

Experience the geological beauty of Palo Duro Canyon at Merus Adventure Park. Run through red dirt and sandstone across distances ranging from a 5k to a 52.4 mile ultra marathon.

Down 'n Dirty Trail Run on April 11, 2026 in Waco, Texas features a 3K trail hike and an 8K trail run through Cameron Park trails with names like Powerline and Vortex. Dogs and baby joggers are not allowed.

Set sail for the Pirate running event in Katy, Texas, featuring a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. All races start together on the Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail, with each distance requiring multiple loops on out-and-back courses. Finishers rece..

The Lone Star Trail Murph mixes trail running with a classic "Murph" calisthenics workout on Flower Mound's Northshore Trail. Choose from graded fitness divisions or opt for a standalone 5k or 10k trail race. A 5k ruck march with a weighted..

A charity trail running event in Longview, TX on April 11, 2026 offering 5K, 10K, 10K ruck, half marathon and 25K relay on Mobberly Baptist Church trails. Proceeds support Greater Longview YoungLife.

Join the Spring Fling in San Antonio for a day of running at Lady Bird Johnson Trail Park. With distances including a 10K, 5K, 1 Mile, and Kids Dash, there is an event for every participant to enjoy.

A trail event at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area near Fritch, TX on April 17 to 18, 2026, offering 10K, 25K, 50K and a 50 mile race on single track dirt trails with about 4500 ft gain on the 50 mile course.

Experience a variety of distances from 5K to 50K on the hilly single track trails of Waco Cameron Park. Enjoy a chip timed race with finisher medals and post race food along the Brazos River.

A trail event at Patriot Park offering a standard 5K and an obstacle 5K with mud pits and physical challenges. Proceeds support Restoration House Ministries and local restoration programs.

Coyote Trail Run at Cleburne State Park on April 18, 2026 offers five distances from 4 mile to 50 mile. Most races use an 8.33 mile loop with 800 to 1,000 feet of gain per loop and cupless aid stations.

Trail run at LLELA in Lewisville offering loop-based distances from 5k to 50k and a youth race. One fully serviced aid station at the start/finish and a cupless policy mean runners should bring their own water container.

A beachside event at Surfside Beach on April 18, 2026 offering 50K, marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K for runners and ruckers. Two full aid stations, cupless service, medals, shirts, and awards for top finishers and ruckers.

Experience an urban obstacle course race through the heart of downtown Dallas featuring a five kilometer course and twenty technical obstacles. Navigate city streets and skyscrapers while tackling rope climbs and walls at City Hall Plaza.

Experience an adrenaline filled obstacle course at Lucy Park featuring over 20 obstacles and a dedicated kids run. Enjoy a festive village atmosphere while supporting local community organizations in Wichita Falls.

A multi-distance running and cycling event on April 18, 2026, across the Devils River area finishing at McKenna Ranch; proceeds support Brooke’s Blossoming Hope for Childhood Cancer Foundation.

The El Monte Trail Run 5K will take place in Cameron Park on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Step back into the 1980s at Brazos River Park with a half marathon, 5K, or kids dash. Enjoy retro music and costume contests while earning a finisher medal on the scenic paved trails of Sugarland.