Texas Trail Running Eco Series

Multi-race Competition

ULTRA CUP INDIVIDUAL - Competitive Track

ECO CHALLENGE - Completion Track

Texas is home to many of the world's most spectacular ecoregions. The Texas Trail Running Eco Series takes you to the ocean's sandy beaches, through canyons, dense forests, sprawling prairies and over hills and mountains. All in Texas. Now, you can take the most diverse trail running experience to the next level and compete in the Ultra Cup and Eco Challenge with a chance to earn awards.

Wildcatter Ultra

January 8, 2022

5k, 10k, 25k, 50k

GRAHAM, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - HILL COUNTRY

Located in the North Texas Hill Country, the Wildcatter Ranch & Resort is the site for the Wildcatter Ultra trail race. The trails, designed specifically for this race, wind in and around the ranch. You'll encounter everything from rocks to roots, climbs to descents, flats to winding turns and a cedar canopy to open grassland. Just ninety minutes from DFW International Airport and right around the corner from Possum Kingdom Lake, this trail system is one of the best around.

Urban Ultra - Dallas

January 22, 2022

5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi, 50k

DALLAS, TEXAS

URBAN SERIES

Voted the best skyline in the world by USA Today, the Urban Ultra Dallas showcases some of the best views of Dallas. You'll start your race on the Sklyine trail in the afternoon, run the mostly paved, fast, flat loop course, and watch the city come alive as the sun goes down. After the race enjoy the music, food trucks and fun. This is a great race for PRs.

El Frio 50

January 29, 2022

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5k, 10k, 25k, 50k

FORT WORTH, TEXAS

URBAN SERIES

Near to downtown Fort Worth, between the botanical gardens and Clear Fork Trinity River, lies beautiful Trinity Park and Trinity Trails. The location of the El Frio 50 & El Fuego 50. These no frills races are part of a two part series designed to be ran at opposite times of the year. The course showcases some of the best views of the Fort Worth skyline while winding along the river and through old growth oak trees. Participants will enjoy downtown views, music, food, a flat fast 3.1 mile loop course consisting of mostly pavement with a small portion of gravel road, and much more. If you're looking for a challenge that is "literally" cool then this unique experience on a course designed for PRs or to break into the ultra scene is for you.

Plano Half Marathon

February 12, 2022

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5k, 10k, 13.1mi

PLANO, TEXAS

URBAN SERIES

At over 800 acres, the beautiful Oak Point Nature Preserve will be host to the Plano Half Marathon. The course will showcase some of the best urban park trails in the Dallas/Fort Worth area while winding through woodland oaks, blackland prairie, along side creeks, city streets and more. The entire course will be on paved trails and city streets.

Border to Badlands Ultra

February 26, 2022

5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi, 50k, 50mi

SEMINOLE CANYON STATE PARK, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - DESERT

Everything is bigger in Texas. This is more than just a race. This is an experience. Come take in the prehistoric area dating back some 10,000 years in a sprawling desert, with majestic canyons.

Southwest 100

March 26-27, 2022

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5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi, 50mi, 100mi

FORT DAVIS, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - MOUNTAINS

Nestled in the historic Davis Mountains, this race starts on the legendary San Antonio-El Paso Road in the heart of Fort Davis National Historic Site. This remote outpost in the 1800's was set up by the U.S. Army as a refuge for travelers making the 600 mile journey by horse or wagon train through hostile Indian country. It was also home to the famous Buffalo Soldiers.

Wild Canyon Ultra

April 23-24, 2022

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5k, 10k, 25k, 50k, 75k, 100k

QUITAQUE, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - CANYONS

There's no other race in Texas like this (and not many in the US for that matter). The races take place on a rocky single track trail that loops the course. You'll experience red rock canyons and buffalo herds that roam wild. You'll run through prairie dog towns on a course that's beautiful yet tough and rugged; down to the canyons bottom and up to cliff tops with a 100 mile view. Don't miss the chance to run with Bison as the park is home to the Texas State Bison Herd and is the state’s largest herd. ​

Tacos y Cerveza Trail Run

May 7, 2022

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5k, 10k, 13.1mi

FORT WORTH, TEXAS

URBAN SERIES

Trails, Free Tacos, and Beer? Sign me up! Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo by running on the beautiful and expansive Trinity Trails System in Fort Worth. The flat and fast course traverses bridges overlooking the river, parks with groves of oak trees, and double track trail on non-technical terrain consisting of both pavement and dirt.

Hidden Hills Ultra

May 21, 2022

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5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi, 50mi

PALO PINTO MOUNTAINS STATE PARK, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - HILL COUNTRY

Run through rocky escarpments, around massive lakes, and under hill country cedars at the newest Texas state park. Not open to the public, this is your only chance to experience the Palo Pinto Mountains.

El Fuego 50

July 30, 2022

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5k, 10k, 25k, 50k

FORT WORTH, TEXAS

URBAN SERIES

Home to immaculate trails, fun murals, and gorgeous skylines, Fort Worth’s Trinity Park is the perfect backdrop for our no frills urban race series – El Frio 50 & El Fuego 50. This fast, flat, looped course showcases amazing skyline views, winds along the river, takes you through beautiful oak trees, and across paved and gravel trail. You’ll enjoy the illuminated downtown view through your 3.1 mile loop, while experiencing camaraderie with those you’ll be running with through the night. Don’t miss out on this chance to score an interlocking medal by completing both races!

Piney Woods Ultra

September 24, 2022

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5k, 10k, 25k, 50k, 100k

TYLER, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - FORESTS

Tyler State Park is home to the renowned East Texas pine forest. These diverse, single-track trails will take you on an adventure through dense forests of 100-foot-tall pines. Be sure to watch your footing as you travel through rolling hills and across snaking tree roots with dense pine needle coverage. This race is an extremely underestimated challenge with the humidity, elevation, and technicality of the trails. You’ll be rewarded with a 64-acre spring-fed lake that you can take a refreshing swim in while you rest and recover post-race. Are you ready for this challenge?

Oktoberfest Trail Run

October 8, 2022

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5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi, 50k

FARMERSVILLE, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - PRAIRIES

The Chaparral Trail is a converted railroad that has quickly become a reclaimed multi-use trail spanning 35+ miles, beginning in the quaint city of Farmersville. Race this fast course over paved and crushed-stone trail, across bridges, and along prairies and farmland. This is an out and back course under a canopy of trees with beautiful country views.

Miles & Margaritas Trail Run

TBA, 2022

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5k, 10k, 13.1mi

FORT WORTH TEXAS

URBAN TRAIL RUN

Come run this out and back course on the beautiful Trinity Trails, then meet us at MUTTS Cantina for a complimentary margarita or soft drink, music and fun. What a great way to end the summer race season. We hope to see you all there.

Barrier Island Ultra

November 5, 2022

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5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi, 50k, 50mi

PORT ARANSAS, TEXAS

ECO SERIES - COAST

If you love all things “ocean” this is the race for you! Join us in Port Aransas for this destination race. The course is run entirely on sand along the Gulf of Mexico. You choose your challenge – hard-packed sand near the water or softer sand near the road. Enjoy the sun and the sound of waves as you persevere through the wind.

After your race, hang with us on the beach, have an ice-cold drink and food from The Beach Lodge, or enjoy some shopping and sight-seeing in town. Make a vacation out of your race and enjoy the time with friends, family, and the UE Team!