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Brazos Bend 50

Needville, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Brazos Bend 50 is an April ultramarathon event at Brazos Bend State Park in Needville, TX, just south of Houston. It offers multiple distances: 50-mile, 50K, 25K, 10K, 5K, Kids Run, and a 50M pacer option. The course is promoted as the fastest trail in Texas—99.9% flat with only a 10-foot hill—covering hard crushed rock, shaded hiking trails, and horse trails through the park.

All races start and finish at Elm Lake Pavilion. The event highlights wildlife viewing (birds and alligators), robust volunteer support, and a park-passes requirement. Pacers are allowed on the final lap of the 50M. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Texas Needville

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50 mi
50 Mile
50 km
50 Kilometer
25 km
25 Kilometer
10 km
10 Kilometer
5 km
5 Kilometer
50m Pacer
Kids Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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