Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

Experience a flat and fast race on the NETT Trail starting at the Eiffel Tower in Paris Texas. Choose from multiple distances including ultra marathons or join the Paris Pair Challenge by running morning and evening races.

Evening trail races at South Llano River State Park offering 5k through 40 mile options plus a 13 mile ruck. Trails are rocky and hilly; headlamps and a 32 oz water carrying system are required.

Johnson Branch Legacy Run in Valley View TX features a 15K trail, a 10K ruck march, and a paved 5K as part of the park's 30 year celebration. Park day pass is included in the race entry and packet pickup is at the Nature Center.

The McKelligon Canyon Challenge features a 5K run/walk and a 1 Mile walk through the scenic canyon in El Paso. The first 500 registrants get a tech shirt, and the first 400 5K finishers earn a medal. Proceeds support local community gardens..

Experience a unique trail race starting inside the Natural Bridge Caverns before winding through beautiful wooded hills. Choose from standard distances or test your grit in the Last Person Standing endurance challenge.

Experience a fun mud run at 3 Palms Action Sports Park in Conroe featuring a dozen muddy obstacles and pits. This non competitive event focuses on enjoyment and community with no timing and no swimmer requirements.

Sky Island in Fort Davis Texas on 26 September 2026 features trail races on single track West Texas trails. Distances include 31 miles, 17 miles and 9.5 miles, with lodging options at Prude Ranch and Indian Lodge.

Experience the rugged terrain of Claude Texas at the Conquer the Canyon Trail Race. With distances ranging from 5k to 100k plus a youth run there is a trail course for every distance preference.

Trail races at Dana Peak Park along Stillhouse Hollow Lake with looped 10K, 20K, 50K and 100K options. Rocky, lake-hugging trails include aid stations and require runners to carry personal hydration.

Experience a fun focused obstacle run at Cycle Ranch Pro featuring waist deep mud pits and themed obstacles. This non timed event includes a finisher medal and an lively post race festival for runners and spectators.

Celebrate tradition at the Day of the Dead Half Marathon in Live Oak. Choose from various distances through scenic parks and enjoy a festive post race atmosphere with live music and Mexican treats.

A weekend running festival in Fort Worth using a wheeled two mile loop on the Trinity River trails, with multiple timed races, food and a brewery tie in including a custom beer and a post race party with live music.

Set along Lake Somerville, this October trail event offers distances from a 5k to 50k plus ruck options, cupless aid stations, a ruck division with weight rules, a youth mile and a pre-race tailgate the night before.

Experience the Texas Hill Country at this multi distance trail event held on a stunning thousand acre ranch. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 100K and enjoy well marked loops with dedicated aid stations.

The 4th Annual Del Rio Marathon takes place October 10, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas at 1105 W De La Rosa Street. It features a full marathon distance, with registration listed as coming soon and volunteer information available.

This Halloween season run in Katy, Texas offers three distances on the scenic Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail. The 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon follow unique out-and-back loops. Online registration is required, and finisher medals are awarded.

Experience the natural beauty of Estero Llano Grande State Park at the Queen City Trail Run. With distances ranging from a 1 mile youth run to a 10 mile trail race and a 10k ruck there is an event for everyone.

A multi-distance running event at Waterloo Lake Park on October 10, 2026, offering 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and 50k on looped courses with two aid stations, guaranteed shirts for timely registrants, and medals for finishers.

A 5K mud and obstacle run at Bowers MX in Amarillo on October 10, 2026 with Adult and KIDZ Family waves, required signed waiver and photo ID for adults, no refunds, and a spectator fee for festival area access.

Experience the beauty of Central Texas trails at Lake Bastrop with distances ranging from 5K to a 12 hour endurance challenge. Enjoy well marked lakeside paths surrounded by autumn colors and towering pines.