Texas
Texas Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Texas for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 268 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Texas below and join the trail community at these great events!
February 2027
A six-hour trail challenge where runners complete a 5K each hour; finishing all six laps yields a medal, leaderboard ranking, and a shot at national and Championship prize money.
Traverse the 96 mile Lone Star Hiking Trail in a self-sufficient fatass-style race through the Sam Houston National Forest.
TrailThief Trail Run at Horse Thief Hollow in Austin offers multiple trail distances from 5 to 30 miles plus a 10 mile ruck with on course support and documented course materials.
A multi-distance running event in Corpus Christi on 02/28/2027, offering on-site races from a 50 m kids dash to a 13.1 mile half marathon plus a virtual half marathon.
March 2027
Trail races at McAllister Park on March 6, 2027 include a 50K of three 10.34 mile loops plus 15K and 5K on natural single-track. The event is chip timed, cupless at aid stations, and offers virtual options.
Resurgence Trail Run in Arroyo Park, Harlingen on March 7, 2026 offers a Kids Mile, 5k, 10k and a 25k run with looped courses. Medals are provided to finishers and a shirt guarantee requires registration by September 24.
A multi-distance trail event at San Angelo State Park on March 6 7 2027, offering races from 5K to 100K with fully stocked aid stations every 4 to 5 miles and course features including desert trails and Permian tracks.
Multiple trail distances from a one mile youth run to a 50K on a well marked 6.5 mile loop along Onion Creek at Southeast Metro Park in Austin on March 6, 2027.
Trail races at Garner State Park on March 6, 2027 offering 5K, 10K, 20K, 30K, 50K and a 10K ruck on rocky single-track with significant elevation gain.
Scenic USATF certified half marathon, 10K and 5K in Towne Lake McKinney benefiting the McKinney Police Association with in-person and virtual options.
A three-day running event at Rex Meador Park in Seabrook, Texas, with distances from a kids 1K to a full marathon plus virtual options. Shirt sizes are guaranteed for registrations made by January 31 and some entries combine weekend races.
A multi-format trail weekend in Spicewood, TX featuring a 13.1-mile Half, 28-mile Marathon Ultra, Backyard Ultra loops, an 8-hour timed run, and a 2-person Duo division.
Rodeo Stampede Fort Worth on March 13, 2027 offers multiple in-person distances from 50 m to 13.1 miles plus a virtual 13.1 mile option at 1501 University Dr.
Rodeo Stampede in San Antonio on March 14, 2027 offers races from a 50 m Kids Dash to a half marathon plus a virtual half marathon option.
Obstacle races across sandy hills and pine woods at 7iL Ranch near Cat Spring, Texas, featuring Sprint, Super, Beast and kids races over the weekend.
Experience a North Texas tradition at the LBJ National Grasslands with trail races ranging from a 15K to a 100 miler through rolling hills and pine forests.
Hippo Trail Fest in Hutto TX offers trail races from a 1 mile youth run to a 50K, ruck divisions, and a 5 km Hippo Haul with on course challenges. The event includes aid stations, chip timing, strong course markings, and family activities.
Trail races at Copper Breaks State Park on March 20, 2027 offering 20K, 54K, 50M and a 20K ruck across varied surfaces with aid stations and required gear.
A Baylor University Student Foundation road race in Waco, Texas on March 20, 2027, described on its page as "The toughest half in Texas."
Experience a trail run through private ranch land east of Lake Sweetwater with distances ranging from a 5k to a 26.7 mile marathon in Sweetwater Texas.