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East Texas Ultra

Name: East Texas Ultra
Start: 2025-05-16
End: 2025-05-18
Location: Pittsburg

Pittsburg, United States • 16-18 May 2025

The East Texas Ultra is a trail running event held at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park, featuring distances of 7K, 14K, 28K, and 50K. Set in the scenic piney woods of East Texas, the race follows a 4.5-mile loop of mainly dirt single-track trails. Participants can enjoy a beautiful course while competing for awards, including collectible finisher medals and trophies for top finishers. The event is part of the Texas Ultra Series, where runners can earn a special wooden case for completing all races. Aid stations will provide hydration and snacks, ensuring a supportive race experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Texas Pittsburg

Race information

Website

50 km

50k

28 km

28k

14 km

14k

7 km

7k Ruck

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Sat - Sun Apr 26-27

Big Bad Ruck

Gilmer - 18 mi from Pittsburg

Backyard Ultra

The BIG BAD RUCK is an exciting endurance event taking place in the scenic piney woods of Northeast Texas. Participants can choose from four different challenges: 1 hour, 6 hours, 12 hours, and 24 hours, all set on a hilly, single-track dirt trail that follows a 3-mile loop on a private ranch. Compe..