Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

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 community 5K in Wichita Falls that runs through the historic district, beginning at Temple of Praise and finishing at Pueblo Boxing. Free and paid registration options include race items and support Pueblo Boxing’s youth programs.

Mud Factor Lubbock is a 5k mud and obstacle run at TNT Raceway on October 11, 2026, with Adult and KIDZ Family waves. Participants must bring a signed waiver and adults must show photo ID; spectators pay a $10 cash fee for festival access.

Weekend trail races at Flat Rock Ranch in Comfort, Texas on October 16 to 17, 2026. Options include a single 4.9 mile loop or timed 6H and 24H ultras with camping, village amenities, and varied singletrack terrain.

A team trail relay at Flat Rock Ranch in Comfort Texas on October 16 to 17, 2026. The course covers 121 miles across a working cattle ranch with limestone cliffs, plus weekend camping at Ragnar Village with food trucks, music and glamping o..

Trail event at Eagle Mountain Park on October 17, 2026, with a 5-mile run and 2-mile hikes, no chip timing, live music, pancakes, shoe demos, and proceeds benefiting Streams & Valleys.

A weekend of Spartan obstacle races at Twin Canyons Ranch near Granbury, TX, on Oct 17 and 18, 2026, featuring distances from 5 km to 50 km plus a kids race and an Oct 16 obstacle workshop. Team entries can secure shared start times and sav..

A Day of the Dead themed running event at Kingdom Builders Center in Houston with multiple distances including a chip timed half marathon and a virtual option. The event features a pre race costume contest, aid stations, and a post race ral..

Trail races from 5K to 50K at H.W. Lewis Ranch in Leakey, Texas on rugged rocky dirt and grass ATV trails. The 50K uses roughly 10.8 mile loops, includes over 2850 feet of elevation gain and staffed aid stations.

A multi distance trail race at Palo Duro Canyon State Park on October 17, 2026 offering 25K, 50K and 50 mile options. The looped route runs over singletrack, sand and rock, features four stocked aid stations and a cupless policy.

Experience the natural beauty of Burnet Texas at the Inks Lake Trail Run and Ruck. Choose from distances ranging from a one mile youth run to a fifty kilometer ultra marathon on scenic park trails.

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.

Dirt Circus Dallas is a free one-day trail running festival in Flower Mound on October 18, 2026, featuring a casual 5K group run, an expo with local race directors and brands, food vendors, and a raffle.

A multi distance trail event at Hill Country State Natural Area offering 5, 25, 50 and 100 mile options plus ruck and youth races. Rocky, technical loops feature large elevation gain per lap, extensive course markings, cupless aid stations..

Experience a themed loop course at Eisenhower Park featuring rocky natural trails and significant elevation. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 53K at this festive, cupless trail event limited to 350 runners.

Fields of Gold Trail Run at Shaffer Bend offers trail distances from 5K to 50K, plus 12 Hour and 60 minute Golden Hour formats, on rolling meadows and lakeside paths. Net proceeds support HKRS Cedar Park youth running programs.

An endurance event in Lumberton, Texas on a two-loop 4 mile course through trails and pines, with aid stations and drop bag areas. Proceeds support NMA and partners working to recover missing and exploited children.

A women only trail event at Rocky Hill Ranch, Smithville TX on Oct 24, 2026 offering 100k, 50k, 25k, 10k, 5k and a 100k relay on looped terrain with small climbs, three full aid stations and a 24 hour cutoff.

A community run at Lobo Stadium and nearby trails offering a 1 mile fun run, a 5K, and a 6.33 mile race, with proceeds supporting a student scholarship fund and the Little Elm Education Foundation.

Celebrate Halloween with a festive running event in Houston featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and kids races. Enjoy custom medals, designer shirts, and finish line treats with timing for most distances.