Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

The Bluebonnet Trail Run offers a range of distances on scenic trails along Lake Travis during peak wildflower season. Every finisher earns a unique wooden medal. The event supports local youth running programs.

Saddle up for a festive race through San Antonio featuring a half marathon, 5K, and a unique belt buckle medal for all finishers. Enjoy a cowboy costume contest and a high energy atmosphere at The Rim Shopping Center.

Experience technical trail running at Franklin Mountains State Park featuring steep climbs at high altitudes. Choose between distances of 4.5, 8, or 12 miles and tackle the ascent of Big Bertha Hill.

Celebrate April Fools Day with a 2.62 mile run or walk along the Bear Creek Greenbelt in Keller. Enjoy a post race party with food and drinks while supporting local community recreation funds.

Experience a journey through the pine trees and wildflowers of Smithville at this versatile trail event. Choose from distances ranging from a youth mile to a 50 mile ultra alongside specialized rucking divisions.

Support the Shelby County autism community at this annual event in Center Texas featuring a timed 5K through scenic trails and an all ages 1.5 mile stroll. Enjoy superhero meet and greets sponsor booths and community concessions.

The Beast of The Brazos Trail Run offers distances from 5K to 50 miles on the hilly, single-track trails of Waco's Cameron Park. This no-cup race requires runners to carry their own water. All finishers earn a medal and tee, with special aw..

Join this community obstacle race in Cuero featuring a 5k course with 12 challenges. Support veterans and first responders while enjoying a family friendly event with activities for all ages.

The Panther City Ultra is a trail race on April 4, 2026, at Fort Worth's Marion Sansom Park. It features four distances from a 5k to a 50k on rocky, unpaved paths. The event has full aid stations, staggered starts, and finisher medals for a..

The Beast of the Brazos is a multi-distance trail run and RUCK challenge on the hilly, single-track trails of Waco's Cameron Park. It features distances from 5K to 50 miles, with unique finisher awards and a "no-cup," self-supported format...

The inaugural Get Your Shine On Pink Out Trail Run is a 5K trail event in Davey Dogwood Park, Palestine. Runners receive a shirt and bib, with awards for top finishers. The marked trail features an aid station and volunteer support.

Experience an exciting day of off road racing at Sullivan City Memorial Park with a 15 mile mountain bike race or a 10k trail run while supporting local charity initiatives in Texas.

Family friendly spring event at Dripping Springs Ranch Park with a kids 1k egg hunt plus 5k and 10k trail runs. Packet pickup is available the day before and on race morning and a mandatory meeting is scheduled.

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..

Trail and lakeside running in Longview supporting Greater Longview YoungLife. Distances span 5K to half marathon and a 25K team relay, with a ruck option that has specific weight rules.