New Years Trail Challenge 100K
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About the race
Canyon of the Eagles New Year Trail Challenge is a two day trail running event in Burnet, Texas, held at the Canyon of the Eagles on January 1 and 2, 2027. Courses run along limestone bluffs and the Colorado River and the area is noted for bald eagles and riverside views.
Distances offered include:
- 62.2 miles 100K Eagle Ultra
- 31.1 miles 50K Ultra
- 26.2 miles Marathon
- 13.1 miles Half Marathon and Ruck division
- 10K
- 5K
- Last Runner Standing Gauntlet event
Course format details include looped trail layouts and varied natural terrain. The ultramarathon options use looped courses with an elevation change listed as 512 ft gain and 531 ft loss per loop, and a 24 hour cutoff for the 100K/50K. The marathon is listed at 26.2 miles with a 12 hour cutoff and recommends poles for running or hiking; the half marathon and ruck divisions have a 12 hour cutoff. The 13.1 mile ruck division requires a minimum carried weight of 20 lbs for participants under 150 lb and 30 lbs for participants over 150 lb, with weights verified at start and finish.
The Last Runner Standing Gauntlet is an elimination style backyard ultra that uses hourly loops which grow from 4 to 7 miles while pace requirements tighten in stages. The loop distances progress in phases and escalation occurs every eight hours until hour 33, after which the 7 mile loop repeats at the established pace until one participant remains. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
