Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

Take on rugged trails at Pearsall Park in San Antonio on July 19, 2026 with 25k, 10k, and 5k options for every trail runner. Finishers get a custom medal, race singlet and taco breakfast while DJs and photographers keep the party going.

Run the Red, White and Blue Half Marathon in Waco on July 26, 2026 at Indian Springs Park with in person and virtual options. Distances from kids dash to the half marathon, medals and shirts for finishers, plus a festive postrace rally.

Run a night trail challenge at Cedar Hill State Park on Aug 1, 2026, through forests and along Joe Pool Lake. Distances range from roughly 5K to 54K on moderate to rugged singletrack with an 11 hour time limit and aid at Copperhead Corner.

Join the Triple Dog Dare in Irving on August 1, 2026, featuring 5K, 10K, 15K, an untimed 1 Mile, a free Kid's Dash and a virtual option. Enjoy a participation shirt and finisher medal while supporting Encounter Church.

Join the South Texas Rollers Cross Country Invitational in Corpus Christi for a scenic 5 km at West Guth Park. Open to all, teams and individuals can compete for medals and age group awards.

Run Capt'n Karl's at Reveille Peak Ranch near Burnet, Texas on August 8 and 9, 2026 for a rugged, scenic weekend across rock domes, single track and wooded hills. Distances span 1 mile youth to 60K on technical terrain with steep climbs.

Take on the TUFF ENUFF Trail Run in Woodway TX on August 15, 2026, with scenic 5K and 10K trail options and a finisher medal for all. Part three of the Huaco Cuatro Trail Run Series, this race delivers rugged fun for all levels.

Beat the heat at the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon in O. P. Schnabel Park, San Antonio, on August 16, 2026. Choose from a kids dash up to the 13.1 mile half, enjoy on course aid, finish line snacks, great swag, and festive awards.

Run Texas trails at Habanero Hundred, August 21 to 23, 2026, with distances from new Habanero 135 and 100 mile to 10K and relays. Chip timing, shirts, free photos and belt buckles for 100 mile and 100 kilometer finishers.

Get your neon on Sept 12 2026 at Campion Trail for the Back to The 80s Run Walk with 5K 10K and 15K options, a live DJ spinning classic 80s hits and a post race party. Costumes encouraged and ZFT Run Club leads a fun warm up.

Take on scenic trails at Pace Bend Park near Lake Travis with distances from marathon to a youth one mile for all levels. Expect rocky single loop terrain, well stocked aid stations, and a lakeside finish.

Dress as a hero or villain and join a festive run at Southside Lions Park in San Antonio. Choose from a kids dash, mile, 5K, quarter or half marathon, and enjoy a costume contest, DJ, awards and on site refreshments.

Join Heroes and Villains Houston for a festive race day with distances from kids dash to half marathon and a pre race costume contest. Finishers earn shirts and medals while a DJ and awards cap off the fun on scenic park trails.

Paris Pair in Paris, Texas offers distances from 5K to 100K along the NETT Trail, starting and finishing at the Eiffel Tower at Love Civic Center. Enjoy a mostly flat out and back course with race shirts, medals and a special buckle for 100..

Start your run a quarter mile underground in the Natural Bridge Caverns at this multi distance trail event. Distances range from youth 1 mile to 16 miles, plus Last Person Standing and ruck divisions for those seeking a tougher test.

Discover Sky Island in Fort Davis on September 26, 2026, the 11th annual trail race set on scenic West Texas singletrack around Prude Guest Ranch. Choose a 50K or 25K for a memorable day of rugged high desert running.

Dana Peak Trail Run loops through rocky, tree lined trails on Stillhouse Hollow Lake with scenic water views and steady climbs. Options from 10K to 100K challenge all runners; bring your own hydration due to a cupless policy.

Join the Day of the Dead Half Marathon in San Antonio on October 4, 2026, with race options from kids dash to half marathon or virtual entry on scenic lakes and trail surfaces. Costume contest, music and a post race festival add family fun.

Run lakeside trails at the Trailway Trail Race on October 10, 2026 at Lake Somerville State Park, with distances from 5k to 50k, ruck divisions, and a youth mile. Camping and a Friday tailgate with packet pickup and cookout add festival vib..

Mammoth Glen Rose is a multi distance trail running weekend at High Hope Ranch in Texas on October 10 and 11, 2026. Choose from a 1K fun run up to a 100K for a memorable outdoor challenge.