Texas Switchback

Johnson City, United States • 2 May 2026

Texas Switchback : May 2, 2026

Texas Switchback is a trail event held on May 2, 2026, in Johnson City, Texas, at 339 Ulrich Rd. The race is the third and final event of the Rogue Trail Series. The organizer describes the course as single track trail. On-site features listed by the organizer include volunteers, live bluegrass music, a local Austin food truck, and access to Flat Creek for a post-race dip. The event was reported as having been voted best trail race in Austin by Austin Fit Magazine.

Events and entry fees

  • 5k - $49; price increases after March 20, 2026
  • 10k - $85; price increases after March 20, 2026
  • Half Marathon - $119; price increases after March 21, 2026
  • Marathon - $119; price increases after March 21, 2026

Sponsors

Listed sponsors include The Loop Running, Skratch Labs, and Trail Toes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
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