Fields of Gold Trail Run
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Fields of Gold Trail Run
The Fields of Gold Trail Run at Shaffer Bend Recreation Area in Marble Falls, Texas, offers a range of timed and untimed trail events across varied terrain. The course system includes rolling hills, meadow trails, wooded sections, and lakeside paths with scenic overlooks and expansive native grass fields.
Race formats and offerings include:
- 50 Miler
- 50K
- Marathon 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon 13.1 miles
- Half Marathon Ruck
- 12 Hour Endurance Challenge
- 10K Trail Run
- 5K Harvest Fun Run
- Exceptional Athlete 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon
- Exceptional Athlete Guide
The 12 Hour Endurance Challenge uses a main loop and a designated shortened basecamp loop for the event's final hour; only laps completed before the event clock ends are recorded. Night running requires a headlamp and recommends a backup light, reflective clothing, personal hydration, and a cell phone for emergencies.
Rucking follows clear rules: minimum dry pack weight of 20 lb or 30 lb depending on body weight, pre-race weigh in, and a finish weight check. Ruck distances count toward Run the River mileage.
Exceptional Athlete options include an adapted accessible loop or the main course with time accommodations, early start options, extended cutoffs, and a guide option. All participants receive a finisher medal and race shirt; aid stations provide seasonal items such as apple cider and pumpkin cookie bites.
Event management is by Fit Foundation and net proceeds benefit HKRS Cedar Park youth running programs. Timed distances count toward the Rio Colorado Ultra Slam 250 km total. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
