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Running the Rose

Tyler, United States • 24 Jan 2026

Event details

Running the Rose takes place Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Tyler State Park, Northwoods Pavilion, 789 Park Road 16, Tyler, TX. Registrations are online only; there will be packet pick up at the Northwoods Pavilion the day before and on race morning. All participants 13 and older must have a Tyler State Park day pass or Texas State Park Pass; park entry costs $6 per person (subject to change).

Distances offered:

  • 7K - 1 x 4.3 mile loop
  • 11 mile - 1 x 11 mile loop
  • 22 mile - 2 x 11 mile loop
  • 54K - 3 x 11 mile loop
  • 108K - 6 x 11 mile loop

Course, aid and policies

The course uses single-track trails through East Texas pine forests with 100-foot tall trees and rolling hills. Aid stations on the loop are Old Road (Mile 3.22), Black Jack (Mile 8.07) and Start/Finish (Mile 11). This is a cupless race; cups are not provided. A reusable collapsible cup is available for purchase at packet pick up for $5. Water and endurance drinks are available at all aid stations; typical aid station food is listed on the event page.

All runners must carry a hydration device. Runners in longer distances are required to carry a headlamp. Drop bags are allowed for the 108K, 54K and 22 mile and may be kept next to the start/finish aid station. Pacers are permitted only for the 108K, for the last two loops, and must complete the required pacer form. Cancellation policy: cancel more than 30 days before the race for 100% race credit, 30 to 14 days for 50% credit, less than 14 days no refunds or transfers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Texas Tyler

Race information

Website
108 km
108k (6 X 11 Mile Loop)
54 km
54k (3 X 11 Mile Loop)
22 mi
22 Mile (2 X 11 Mile Loop)
11 mi
11 Mile (1 X 11 Mile Loop)
7 km
7k (1 X 4.3 Mile Loop)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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