Houston Ultra Trail

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From Trail Racing Over Texas

  • Date Sat 13th February 2027
  • Time 6:00AM CST
  • Location Houston, Texas
  • Price Free - $122.90
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances Ultra, 10km, 5km, 1km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Houston Ultra Trail, hosted by Trail Racing Over Texas on Saturday, February 13, 2027. Set in the stunning Memorial Park in Houston, Texas, this event promises a true trail running experience that caters to participants of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned ultra athlete or tackling your first trail race, the Houston Ultra Trail offers race distances including 50 Mile, 50K, 25K, 10K, 5K, and even a free Kids K, ensuring there's something for everyone.

Join a vibrant community of runners as you navigate the natural surface trails through Bayou Wilds, where you'll enjoy flowing singletrack paths and minimal pavement. With fully supported aid stations and a runner-friendly format, this race is designed to help you conquer your next endurance challenge. Celebrate your achievements with high-energy finish line festivities, including finisher medals for all participants and exclusive belt buckles for 50 Mile finishers. Don't miss this chance to step off the pavement and into the trails—your first ultra starts here!

Organiser's Description

HOUSTON ULTRA TRAIL

Memorial Park | Houston, Texas
February 13, 2027

The Houston Ultra Trail by Trail Racing Over Texas brings a true trail running experience to the heart of Houstonand the first official trail race at the iconic Memorial Park.

Run, walk, or ruck through Memorial Parks natural surface trail system with distances for every levelfrom your first trail race to your first ultra.

Whether you're coming off the Houston Marathon or chasing your next endurance challenge, this is your opportunity to step beyond the pavement and into the trails.

YOUR FIRST ULTRA STARTS HERE.

Interested in the Galveston Ultra Trail on October 17th, 2026? CLICK HERE [https://runsignup.com/galveston]

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NEW TO TRAIL RACING OVER TEXAS EVENTS?

Welcome yallwere happy youre here.
IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST TRAIL RACE, YOU PICKED THE RIGHT ONE.

Trail Racing Over Texas events are designed to be challenging, welcoming, and community-driven. We are a family-run local business actively involved in a lifelong pursuit of running.

A SUPPORTIVE ATMOSPHERE

* Friendly and encouraging
* Beginner-welcoming
* Community-focused

Everyonefrom first-time runners to experienced ultra athletesis part of the same experience.

Dont get us wrongwe love a good race too. We recognize top finishers and follow World Athletics / USATF standards where applicable. While trail courses cant be certified, we ensure accurate distances.

REAL TRAIL RUNNING

* Natural surface trails (dirt, roots, some sand)
* Flowing singletrack
* Minimal pavement
* A course that keeps you engaged the entire time

YOULL FORGET YOURE IN THE CITY.

FULLY SUPPORTED AID STATIONS

* Water & electrolytes (NeverSecond)
* Sweet & salty snacks
* Ultra-friendly fuel for longer distances
* Ice cooling buckets (when needed)

Our volunteers are there to help keep you moving and motivated.

RUNNER-FRIENDLY FORMAT

* Loop-based design
* Easy access to aid and gear
* Great for first-time ultra runners
* Minimal congestion between distances

This format removes much of the uncertainty of ultra runningmaking it one of the best ways to go beyond marathon distance for the first time.

FINISH LINE EXPERIENCE

* High-energy finish
* Music and community vibes
* Finisher medals for all
* Belt buckles for 50 Mile finishers

Stay for the dayits common for runners to connect long after finishing.

WELL-ORGANIZED, THOUGHTFUL RACING

* Clear course markings
* Smooth logistics
* Leave No Trace respect for the park

YOU BELONG HERE

Whether you're running your first trail race, stepping up from a marathon, or looking for communityyoure in the right place.

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DISTANCES FOR EVERYONE

* 50 Mile
* 50K
* 25K
* 10K
* 5K
* Free Kids K

From beginners to experienced ultra runners, this event is designed to be approachable, fun, and challenging.

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COURSE EXPERIENCE

* Natural surface singletrack trails
* Flowing loops through Bayou Wilds
* Minimal pavement
* Fully supported aid stations
* Central loop-based format

THIS IS A TRUE TRAIL RACEWITHOUT LEAVING HOUSTON.
YOULL FORGET YOURE IN THE CITY.

Course marking will be frequent and highly visibleno guesswork required.

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LOOP FORMAT

* Central start/finish hub
* Easy access to aid and drop bags
* Ideal for first-time ultra runners

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FROM MARATHON TO ULTRA

Just ran the Houston Marathon?

Youre already almost to an ultra.

This event is perfectly timed to build off your marathon fitness and take the next step.

* Post-marathon recovery + build plan
* Guidance for your first ultra
* Supportive race environment

NO GUESSWORK. JUST A CLEAR PATH TO GOING FURTHER THAN YOU EVER HAVE BEFORE.

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2027 RACE SCHEDULE

* 6:00 AM 50 Mile
* 7:00 AM 50K
* 7:30 AM 25K
* 8:00 AM 10K
* 8:30 AM 5K
* 12:00 PM Kids K

Staggered starts reduce congestion and improve the trail experience.

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

* Blue / Purple / Orange singletrack trails
* Bayou Wilds trail system
* Minimal road crossings
* One controlled crossing at South Picnic Lane

Aid stations approximately every 45 miles.

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AID STATIONS

* Main (Start/Finish)
* Crestwood / Memorial Trailhead
* Picnic Loop

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PARKING INFO

Primary parking: Cullen Running Trails Center

warning Parking is limitedcarpooling is strongly encouraged.

PLAN AHEAD AND ARRIVE EARLY.

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RUNNER PERKS

* Finisher medals
* 50 Mile belt buckles
* Race shirt
* Fully stocked aid stations
* Chip timing
* Free race photos

YOULL LEAVE WITH MORE THAN A MEDALYOULL LEAVE WITH A STORY.

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WHO THIS RACE IS FOR

* First-time trail runners
* Marathoners stepping up
* Experienced ultra runners
* Walkers & ruckers

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EVENT ATMOSPHERE

* Central race village
* Spectator-friendly
* Community-driven

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READY TO STEP INTO THE TRAILS?

BE SOMEONE.

Races

  • 50 Mile

    Incl. $7.90 Fee & 50M Shirt

    Sat 13th February 2027 (6:00AM CST)

    $122.90

  • 50km

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & 50k Shirt

    Sat 13th February 2027 (7:00AM CST)

    $107.00

  • 25km

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th February 2027 (7:30AM CST)

    $91.10

  • 10km

    Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th February 2027 (8:00AM CST)

    $75.20

    OPENS 22 AUG
  • 5km

    Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th February 2027 (8:30AM CST)

    $59.30

    OPENS 22 AUG
  • Kids Run

    Incl. Youth T-Shirt

    Sat 13th February 2027 (12:00PM CST)

    Free

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Location

7575 N Picnic Ln, Houston, 77007, TX, United States

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