Mellow Trail Race

Event details

The Mellow Trail Race takes place on September 12, 2026, at Pace Bend Park in Spicewood, Texas. The event offers the following distances:

• 26.2 mi
• 13.1 mi
• 10k
• 5k
• Youth 1-mile (open to ages 12 and under; untimed, bib and finisher medal)

Entries include a shirt if registered before the shirt cutoff on August 18. Race registration includes one day of park access; additional days may require payment at park entry. Public display of alcoholic beverages is prohibited at the park.

Course and logistics

The course uses a main 13.1 mile loop and a 5k loop shortcut: the marathon is two full 13.1 mile loops, and the 10k is two 5k loops. Both loops run clockwise. Trails include rocks, roots, hard-packed surfaces, and exposed granite sections; some points afford views of Lake Travis and the finish arch is placed close to the lake edge. Course markings include tape, arrows, and confidence markers; signs indicate where shorter distances split from the main loop.

Full staffed aid stations (including the Start/Finish "LAKE A.S." and "JACK A.S.") will offer water, ice, Tailwind, Saltstick, and snacks. Road and Gate aid stations will have at minimum water, Tailwind, ice, and snacks. Runners on longer distances should be prepared to carry water for exposed sections. Drop bags may be placed at the Start/Finish area and at the Gate (360 Bridge); the event does not provide drop-bag delivery.

All races are chip timed with ankle-mounted chips. Pacers are permitted after a runner completes two full loops; runners aged 60 and older may have a pacer for the entire race. Awards will be given to top finishers, including overall and masters categories. Camping is available near the pavilion with published nightly fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.