2026 OPENS SOON

Austin Falls Ultra

McKinney Falls State Park, Austin Texas
5k, 10k, 20k, 30k, 50k
TBD, 2026

Trail Race

5k, 10k, 20k, 30k, 50k

Prepare to get your heart pumping as you run through single track trails, across bridges and over technical terrain. After the race, cool off by taking a jump off the cliffs into the cold McKinney Falls State Park, Onion Creek pools to celebrate.

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Volunteer

Call for Volunteers

Join the Fun

As a Volunteer, you are the person that gives the runner the support and motivation to continue. We know how important each of you are to the entire day and promise you a fun and rewarding experience.

VOLUNTEER

Sponsor

Multiple Packages

Great Opportunity

This is a great opportunity to share your company, brand and services with a large and targeted group. As a sponsor of one or more events, you can select from the multiple sponsorship levels available.

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Due to unforeseen circumstances this race will resume in 2026

The Course

The Austin Falls Ultra is the perfect mix of a destination Ecoregion Race and an Urban Trail Race. This race takes place in the McKinney Falls State Park, only minutes from downtown Austin.

Within the naturally rugged trails of the Texas hill country, you’ll navigate a technical single track trail protected by lush green foliage and diverse scenery. Rolling and winding through the course, you’ll dodge roots and rocks, ascend and descend hills and run across wooden bridges. Be prepared for a possible water crossing of the falls (dependent on rain).

After the race, have fun jumping off cliffs in the cool, refreshing pools of the Onion Creek.

Start and Finish Times

Located at the Onion Creek Trailhead

7:00 am 50k

7:30 am 10k, 20k, 30k

8:00 am 5k

3:00 pm Cutoff for all distances

RACE BRIEFINGS - begin 10 minutes prior to race start time, at the start line

RACES START - on the scheduled time for each distance and late starts are not accommodated

Competitions

YES - this race is part of the Texas Trail Running Eco Series - Eco Challenge

Results

Course Markings

This race is marked with in-ground flagging, directional signage, hanging flags and cones for each distance.

Maps

AFU 5k map

AFU 10k 20k 30k 50k map

Other Maps and Guides: View park map and explore the trails via the interactive map

Course Difficulty

MODERATE - 2 out of 5

Moderate course over rolling countryside with occasional steep rocky terrain

RESULTS

Registration

RACE DAY

Registration will remain open until the start of each distance - unless otherwise noted and/or the the race is Sold Out

A runner can step up or down in race distance up until the official race start time. After race start, changes in distances result in a DNF.

Change your distance online now

Early Registration Discounts

Sign up early to get the best pricing.

Last day for each price break is:

Best Pricing - COMIG SOON
Good Pricing - COMING SOON
Standard Pricing - Race Day

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Swag and Awards

RACE SHIRT - Guarantee a shirt, register by March 9, 2025

MEDAL - All finishers receive a custom designed medal

AWARDS - The first place Male and Female in each race distance, receive an award

Award notifications are sent via email

Race Pictures

Itinerary

SATURDAY – TBD, 2025

6:00 - 8:00 am Registration and

Packet Pick Up

Onion Creek Trailhead

near the amphitheater

30.181461, - 97.729283

7:00 am 50k Start

7:30 am 10k, 20k, 30k Start

8:00 am 5k Start

3:00 pm Cutoff for all distances

PHOTOS

Aid Stations

Well stocked Aid Stations provide:

First Aid: Band-Aids, Vaseline and other basic first aid supplies
Food/Drink: Crazy Water, electrolytes, various salty, sweet and savory snacks

LOCATIONS

Every 3 - 5 miles
Most aid stations are manned by passionate volunteers - although some aid stations might be unmanned

Cupless Race

This is an environmentally friendly race. Please bring your refillable water bottles and we will refill them at the aid stations. It's our goal to keep the trails litter free to preserve their beauty.

Training / Coaching

At every level, proper training can help you prepare for success. Ultra Expeditions has certified coaches and offers individual and group training packages. Learn More >>

Parking, Lodging and Travel

Parking

Parking is limited within the park. You can buy your day pass 30 days prior to the even.

Buy your day pass.

Print your day pass and place it on your dash the morning of the race. Park only in marked spaces. There's no parking on the side of the road in this State Park. Rideshare services and carpooling are highly recommended

McKinney Falls State Park

5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy

Austin, TX 78744

Note: Ultra Expeditions is not responsible for any missing or damaged property, or any accidents

Directions to the Start

The race starts at the Onion Creek Trailhead closest to the restrooms near the amphitheater

30.181461, - 97.729283

Hotels

The closest hotels are in Austin, Texas

Airports

The closest airport is

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport