Trail Running Calendar Texas 2026-2027

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.

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.

Summer Meltdown in San Antonio's O. P. Schnabel Park offers races from a kids dash to a chip timed half, plus volunteer then run and virtual options. Celebrate your finish with snacks and drinks at the post race rally tent.

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.

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.

Celebrate Day of the Dead in San Antonio with a scenic chip timed half marathon and shorter distances through parks and greenbelts, plus a costume contest with prizes. Finish with live music, Mexican food, and family friendly festivities.

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..

Experience scenic trails at High Hope Ranch in Glen Rose, Texas, October 10 to 11, 2026 with multi distance options from a family friendly 1K through a challenging 100K. All finishers earn shirts and medals at this rain or shine trail festi..

Join the 4th Annual Del Rio Marathon on Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. Take on a full marathon through scenic local streets and register by September 25 to secure your spot.

Experience autumn trails and Lake Travis views at Turkey Bend with marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 12 hour endurance challenge. Finishers earn a medal and collectible challenge coin while scenic single track and overlooks await.

Join the Trail Run at Eagle Mountain Park in Fort Worth on Oct 17, 2026, for fun off road distances, pancakes and a commemorative mug. Presented by Luke's Locker, proceeds support Streams & Valleys and Trinity River trails.

Celebrate Day of the Dead in Houston with scenic park trails, aid stations and a festive half marathon. Costumes, kids dashes and multiple distances plus virtual options welcome all abilities.