Crazy Desert Trail Race - San Angelo, TX

Event overview

The Crazy Desert Trail Race takes place on March 7, 2026, at San Angelo State Park (Shady Trail), San Angelo, Texas. The event is organized by the San Angelo Road Lizards, a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 1982. The race uses desert trails and varied terrain, including fields of cactus, rocky hills, creekside sections, and areas with Permian tracks and a TPWD Longhorn herd.

Race details

Distances offered:

• 5K
• 10K
• 13.1 (half marathon)
• 25K
• 26.2 (marathon)
• 50K
• 100K

There is a 24-hour time limit for the event. Aid stations are located roughly every 4-5 miles and are fully stocked; listed items include chips, grilled cheese, skittles, pie, and longer-distance offerings such as Chick-fil-A and pizza. Entry fees listed on the event page vary by distance; several distances show a price increase after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm CST. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.