The Trailway Trail Race

Event details

The Trailway Trail Race takes place on October 10, 2026, at Lake Somerville State Park, Birch Creek Unit (14222 Park Road 57, Somerville, TX). Distances and divisions offered include:

• 50 km
• 26.2 mi
• 13.1 mi
• 10 km
• 5 km
• 26.2 mi Ruck
• 10 km Ruck
• Youth 1‑Mile Trail Run (12 & under)

A pre-race tailgate is held on the Friday evening before the race with packet pickup, a cookout, and an informational briefing. Camping and RV options are available inside Lake Somerville State Park; nearby towns include Somerville, Brenham, Bryan, and College Station.

Course and logistics

The route is a lollipop-style loop run entirely in the Birch Creek Unit and follows the lake shoreline for much of its mileage. Trail surfaces include hard-packed and rooted sections, areas of sand or loose soil, open stretches next to the water, and fully canopied forest tunnels. The start/finish is located on the lake edge adjacent to a large grass lawn.

Course wayfinding uses orange caution tape, yellow arrows on stakes and trees, and frequent confidence markers; markings include reflectors for low-light conditions. The event is cupless—runners must provide their own cup or bottle; collapsible cups are available for purchase at packet pickup. Aid stations will provide water, ice, Vfuel gels, Tailwind, sodas, and a variety of sweet and salty foods. Drop bags are allowed at aid stations except Wolf Pond. Ruck division rules require mandatory back-mounted weight: 20 lb if under 150 lb, 30 lb if over 150 lb; mandatory weigh‑ins occur before the start and at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.