Ultra Marathon Races in Texas
Browse 19 ultra marathon trail running and hiking routes in Texas. Distance range: 26.4 mi to 850.2 mi. Elevation gain: 22 ft to 17,897 ft. Each route includes terrain analysis, elevation profiles, and pacing recommendations.
Key Takeaways
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowtown Marathon 2026 | Fort Worth, Texas | 26.4 mi | 39 ft | race | Mar 1, 2026 |
| Turkey Creek Trail (TX) | Tyler County, Texas | 26.8 mi | 231 ft | route | — |
| Good Water Loop, Lake Georgetown (TX) | Williamson County, Texas | 27.1 mi | 1,510 ft | route | — |
| Trail Between the Lakes (TX) | Sabine County, Texas | 27.7 mi | 1,719 ft | route | — |
| Outer Mountain Loop (TX) | Brewster County, Texas | 30.2 mi | 6,576 ft | route | — |
| Galveston Island (Salty Scrimp 50k) (TX) | Galveston County, Texas | 31.6 mi | 22 ft | route | — |
| Texas 1000 | Dallam County, Texas | 36.0 mi | 110 ft | route | — |
| Lake Mineral Wells State Park Trailway (TX) | Parker County, Texas | 39.9 mi | 922 ft | route | — |
| Cross Timbers (TX) | Grayson County, Texas | 43.2 mi | 3,646 ft | route | — |
| Northshore Trail, Grapevine Lake (TX) | Denton County, Texas | 44.7 mi | 2,062 ft | route | — |
| Around Houston 610 Loop | Harris County, Texas | 48.7 mi | 228 ft | route | — |
| Loop the Lake | Denton County, Texas | 49.4 mi | 2,194 ft | route | — |
| Austin Trail Medley (TX) | Travis County, Texas | 50.4 mi | 2,018 ft | route | — |
| South Dallas Five | Dallas County, Texas | 51.4 mi | 3,055 ft | route | — |
| Davis Mountains Scenic Loop (TX) | Jeff Davis County, Texas | 76.1 mi | 4,547 ft | route | — |
| Lone Star Hiking Trail (TX) | Walker County, Texas | 77.5 mi | 5,146 ft | route | — |
| RGV Multi-County Run | Hidalgo County, Texas | 115.5 mi | 348 ft | route | — |
| Big Bend 100 (TX) | Brewster County, Texas | 117.8 mi | — | route | — |
| Trans-Texas (TX) | Stephens County, Texas | 850.2 mi | 17,897 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in Texas?
There are 1 organized races and 18 self-supported routes available in Texas.
What is a Ultra Marathon race?
A Ultra Marathon race is approximately 26.2 to 100+ miles in distance.
What is the average elevation gain in Texas?
The average elevation gain is 2,904 feet, with routes ranging from 22 to 17,897 feet.
Can these ultra marathon routes in Texas be used for hiking?
Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
Are Ultra Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Ultra Marathon race difficulty varies widely. Use the elevation gain and terrain analysis to assess each route. Races with lower elevation gain relative to distance and higher runnable percentages tend to be more beginner-accessible.
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