Hells Hills Trail Race

Smithville, United States • 4 Apr 2026

Trail Running at Rocky Hill Ranch

The Hells Hills Trail Race takes place at Rocky Hill Ranch in Smithville, Texas. The course features a variety of natural terrain including pine trees, stream crossings, and seasonal hill country flowers. The event is designed with a multi-loop system depending on the selected distance, with the longest options involving consecutive laps of the trail system.

Participants can choose from several distance options and categories:

  • 50 Miles
  • 50 km (consists of two loops)
  • 25 km (consists of one loop)
  • 25 km Ruck
  • 10 km (consists of one loop)
  • 10 km Ruck
  • 1 Mile Youth Trail Run (for ages 12 and under)

The youth event allows parents to run alongside their children. All young participants receive a finisher's medal, and youth-specific shirts are available as an optional purchase. For adult participants, specific event shirts are provided to those who register by the designated deadline in mid-March. The venue is located at 578 FM 153 and is noted for its accessibility within the region. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
Hells Hills - 50mi
50 km
Hells Hills - 50km
25 km
Hells Hills - 25k Ruck
25 km
Hells Hills - 25k
10 km
Hells Hills - 10k
10 km
Hells Hills - 10k Ruck
Hells Hills - Youth 1-Mile Trail Run (12 & Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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