Brazos Bend 50
Needville, United States • 11 Apr 2026
Event overview
The Brazos Bend 50 takes place on April 11, 2026 in Needville, Texas at 21901 Farm to Market Rd 762. The event includes multiple race distances:
- 50M
- 50K
- 25K
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids Run (open to ages 12 and under)
- 50M Pacer option
Some events have age limits; the 50M and 50K are open to ages 17 and older. Packet pickup and bag drop are offered on the days before and the day of the race at Elm Lake and at an offsite pickup location. All races start and finish at Elm Lake Pavilion. Registered runners, pacers, volunteers, and campers do not need to purchase a park pass.
Course, support and logistics
The course is described as almost entirely flat, with a single hill of about 10 feet. Surfaces include hard crushed rock, soft hiking trails under tree canopy, and horse trails. Spring conditions are typically warm and humid with cooler mornings possible. The race is chip timed and offers aid stations, volunteer support, and race swag. Pacers are allowed only on the final lap of the 50-mile and must remain with their runner; pacer registration and rules are handled through the event registration system. Camping at the event area is not allowed; separate primitive camping and RV parking are available nearby. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.