Cactus Rose Endurance Trail Race

Bandera, United States • 24-25 Oct 2025

The Cactus Rose Endurance Trail Race is held in Bandera, Texas, at the Hill Country State Natural Area. Distances include 100 mi, 50 mi, 25 mi, 25 mi Ruck, 5 mi, 5 mi Ruck, and a Youth 1‑Mile Trail Run. The 2025 race runs October 24–26.

It’s a rugged, endurance-focused event designed to test runners with picturesque yet technical terrain, including climbs and descents. Runners must be self-sufficient, as aid stations are limited; medical staff are on site. The race is capped at 500 participants, and a shirt deadline is September 30.

More details at Tejas Trails’ cactus page. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
Cactus Rose 100mi
50 mi
Cactus Rose 50mi
25 mi
Cactus Rose 25mi Ruck
25 mi
Cactus Rose 25mi
5 mi
Cactus Rose 5mi
5 mi
Cactus Rose 5 Mi Ruck
Cactus Rose Youth 1-Mile Trail Run (12 & Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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