Capt'n Karl's Trail Series - Muleshoe Bend

Spicewood, United States • 28-29 Jun 2025

Capt'n Karl's Trail Series - Muleshoe Bend is a challenging trail running event held at the Muleshoe Bend LCRA Recreation Area near Spicewood, Texas, about 40 miles northwest of Austin. Set in the scenic Lower Colorado River and Lake Travis region, the course features rocky, technical trails with 3,094 feet of elevation gain through thick foliage and heavy woods, creating a peaceful but demanding environment with heat and humidity adding to the challenge. The event offers multiple distances including 60K, 30K, 20K, 10K, a Sunset 5K, and a Youth 1-Mile Trail Run for children 12 and under. Participants receive swag, and the race encourages community with referral incentives. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

60 km
3094 m+
Muleshoe Bend 60k
30 km
Muleshoe Bend 30k
20 km
Muleshoe Bend 20k
10 km
Muleshoe Bend 10k
5 km
Muleshoe Bend Sunset 5k
Muleshoe Bend Youth 1-Mile Trail Run (12 & Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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