Run the Pines - Kilgore
Kilgore, United States • 31 Jan 2026
Event details
Run The Pines - Kilgore is a trail running event in Kilgore, TX. Distances offered at this event are:
- 18K
- 12K
- 6K
The event is part of the Run The Pines Trail Series, a four-race series in East Texas. Registration closes on Fri, Jan 30. A cutoff of 4+ hours is listed for the event. Packet pickup is available on race day.
Course and logistics
The course uses rooty and dirt single-track trails at the Creekside Trail Kathleen Trailhead. The route is loop-based with hilly terrain and about 250 ft elevation gain per 3.8 mile loop. Organizers note natural terrain and unpredictable conditions. There is no cup service; runners should bring a personal water-carrying system. An optional ruck division requires a minimum weight of 20 lb and allows ruck sacks or vests.
Awards, gear and support
Participants receive event gear and a wooden finisher medal; ordering by Jan 10 is required to guarantee a shirt and size. Ruck participants receive a ruck patch if they meet the weight requirement. Awards include 1st place overall for each distance by male and female, $200 cash for 1st place male and female in the longest distance, and a "Dead Freakin' Last" award for the 18K. The event lists aid station food and hydration, course marking and support, and event photography. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.