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Friday, January 1st, 2027
16942 Ranch Road 2341, Burnet TX
1 Mile · Half · 10K · 5K
42–61°F · low rain risk
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2026
40–72°F
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39–56°F
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38–52°F
dry
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51–76°F
dry
2022
31–79°F
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35–47°F
dry
2020
46–56°F
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2019
34–48°F
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2018
21–31°F
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2017
47–66°F
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About this race
NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION
Start the year with a finish, not a resolution. Ring in the New Year on the Trails of the Canyon of the Eagles.
RACE DISTANCES AVAILABLE
- 100K Ultra: The Eagle 100K
- 50K Ultra: The Eagle 50K
- 25K: Run & Ruck
- 13.1M: Half-Marathon
- 10K: Trail Run
- 5K: Trail Run
ABOUT THE EVENT
Challenge yourself with crystal-clear Colorado River views and limestone bluff trails.
A CELEBRATION OF RUNNING
- Community Spirit: Ring in the New Year with vigor and community spirit, running where eagles soar.
- Scenic Backdrop: Experience the beauty of the Texas Hill Country.
- Generous Cutoff Times: Catering to both seasoned ultrarunners and first-timers.
- Wildlife: Watch bald eagles hunt between your laps.
100K & 50K EAGLE ULTRAMARATHON
Race Details
Join us for an exhilarating race day with a dynamic and ever-changing course layout!
- Distance: 62.2 and 31.1 miles (looped course design on trails and along the river)
- Cutoff Time: 24 hours
- Elevation: 512 ft gain / 531 ft loss per loop
Need help planning your race strategy? Visit fitfoundation.org/new-year-trail-challenge for our interactive pace calculator!
25K TRAIL RUN/RUCK
25K Race Details
Kick off your new year with an epic trail ultrarunning experience!
- Distance: 15.5 miles
- Cutoff Time: 12 hours
- Terrain: Varied natural scenery and trails
- Note: Running/hiking poles are recommended
13.1M HALF-MARATHON
The looped course winds through picturesque areas, highlighting river views, and gentle inclines.
RUCK DIVISION
- Weight Requirements: 20 lbs minimum (under 150 lb participants) / 30 lbs minimum (over 150 lb participants)
- Verification: Weights checked at start and finish
- Cutoff Time: 12 hours
- Course: Same scenic 13.1M & 25K route
TRAIL 5K & 10K: RUN OR RUCK
Start Your Year on the Right Foot
Kick off your New Year with an invigorating trail run through scenic natural terrain.
- Combination: Run or ruck (weighted backpack) - your choice!
- Support: Proceeds support HKRS Cedar Park youth running programs.
- Scenery: Immerse in nature and enjoy breathtaking vistas.
COURSE MAPS
REGISTRATION
Challenge yourself in the beauty of the Canyon of the Eagles - choose your distance and start your year with an achievement!
Course map
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