The Great Root Trail Race

  • Date Sat 8th March 2025
  • Time 6:00AM CST
  • Location Dallas, Texas
  • Price $91.10 - $133.50
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The Great Root Trail Race on Saturday, March 8, 2025, set in the stunning Big Cedar Wilderness Trails of Dallas, Texas! This inaugural event promises a day filled with adventure as participants tackle an 11.2-mile loop that showcases the breathtaking natural beauty of North Texas. Runners, ruckers, and hikers of all skill levels will navigate through a rugged terrain featuring dramatic elevation changes, technical trails, and natural obstacles like rocks and roots.

The course offers panoramic views of iconic Dallas landmarks, including the AT&T Stadium and the downtown Fort Worth skyline, making every step an unforgettable one. Not only will you challenge yourself physically, but you'll also immerse yourself in the serene outdoors. With a focus on community and nature, this event encourages everyone to lace up their shoes, bring their own hydration bottles, and join in on the fun! Packet pick-up is available in Flower Mound leading up to race day, with all participants receiving t-shirts and medals. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a thrilling race that combines fitness and the great outdoors!

Organiser's Description

We are so excited to bring a foot race back to Big Cedar Wilderness trails!

Love Never Ends presents the inaugural Great Root Trail Race.

Big Cedar Wilderness Trails is on the grounds of Mountain Creek Church. It is located atop one of the most breathtaking escarpment areas in North Texas. Situated on over 100 acres, our trails wind through cedar and hardwood forest and descend quickly into a valley in a dramatic elevation change. From the trails you can view iconic landmarks of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Looking westward across the Trinity valley, the view is dominated by giant AT&T Stadium, The Ball Park in Arlington, Six Flags Family Park, and even the downtown Forth Worth skyline. Cedar Hill State Park, with its hills wrapping around a big lake, is the most prominent feature to the southwest.

Our course consists of an 11.2-ish mile loop that covers multiple trails that will include Texas Sunset, SXSW, Dragonfly, Copper Head Ridge, Ranger, and Barbwire. These trails are known for their challenging terrain, with varying elevation, technical trails, and natural obstacles like rocks, roots, and dirt. Click the following link to see the Big Cedar trail system and race loop segments. https://www.trailforks.com/region/big-cedar-wilderness-trails/?activitytype=5 [https://www.trailforks.com/region/big-cedar-wilderness-trails/?activitytype=5]

Runners, Ruckers, and Hikers of all levels can expect a tough but rewarding experience, as the event takes place in a beautiful but rugged natural setting. The race is not just a physical challenge but also an opportunity for trail runners to immerse themselves in nature.

Rucking division: Required weight eligible for awards - Male- 30lbs. and Female- 20lbs. All else will receive a participant challenge coin

For any updates please check the official website or social media page under:

https://loveneverendstrailrun.com/the-great-root-trail-race



Packet Pick Up will be held at Trailhead Running Supply in Flower Mound on Thursday, March 6 4:30-7pm and Friday, March 7 2-6pm.

Race day packet pick up will be held at Big Cedar.

Runners will receive t-shirts and medals. Rucker's will receive t-shirts and challenge coins.

***If you sign up the week of race I can not guarantee a t-shirt. Our shirt order is put in 2 weeks ahead of race day. I am almost sold out! Thank you for understanding!***

Bring your own hydration bottles (cupless race), poles, and headlamps.

Parking is free but we are asking for cash donations to give back to the Mountain Creek Church and Big Cedar Trails.

Lace up your shoes, embrace the challenge, and have fun! Let's make a difference with The Great Root Movement team.

Races

  • 11m

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (7:00AM CST)

    $91.10

    CLOSED
  • 22m

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (6:30AM CST)

    $112.30

    CLOSED
  • 33m

    Incl. $8.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (6:00AM CST)

    $133.50

    CLOSED
  • 11M Ruck

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (7:00AM CST)

    $91.10

    CLOSED
  • 22M Ruck

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (6:30AM CST)

    $112.30

    CLOSED
  • 33M Ruck

    Incl. $8.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (6:00AM CST)

    $133.50

    CLOSED

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