Fields of Gold 50K, Marathon, Half-Marathon, 12 Hour Ultra, 1 Hour, 10K and 5K Race

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Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K

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Shaffer Bend Recreation Area, Marble Falls, TX

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Shaffer Bend Recreation Area, Marble Falls TX

Saturday, October 24th, 2026

FIELDS OF GOLD TRAIL RUN

Shaffer Bend Recreation Area - A Celebration of Fall's Golden Glory

Location

Address: 706 County Road 343A, Marble Falls, TX 78654
Terrain: Rolling hills, meadow trails, and lakeside paths
Benefits: HKRS Cedar Park Youth Running Programs

Race Date

2026-10-24

Race Options

12-Hour Endurance Challenge: Start Time: 9:00 AM, Cut-off: 12-hour continuous endurance challenge, Winner determined by total miles covered, No set distance - push your personal limits.
50K and Marathon: The ultimate autumn challenge featuring diverse terrain through golden grasslands, wooded valleys, and scenic overlooks.
Half Marathon: Perfect for experiencing the best of fall foliage on a challenging yet achievable course.
10K Trail Run: A scenic route showcasing the park's most photogenic autumn vistas.
5K Harvest Fun Run: Family-friendly course through golden meadows, perfect for all ages and abilities.
Gold Hour Endurance Challenge: 60 minutes to cover as much distance as possible — pushing toward the turnaround and racing the light back to the finish.

What Makes This Special

Peak Fall Colors: Timed perfectly to coincide with autumn's most spectacular display when native grasses turn golden and trees showcase their fall brilliance.
Fields of Gold: Run through expansive meadows of native Texas grasses that shimmer like gold in the autumn sunlight.
Harvest Celebration: Enjoy post-race festivities.

A Run With Purpose

Supporting HKRS Cedar Park Youth Programs

Limited financial resources, lack of access to youth sports programs, social isolation, and barriers to healthy lifestyle activities are just some of the challenges young people face in accessing running programs. Through HKRS Cedar Park's programs, kids build confidence, develop healthy habits, and overcome obstacles to active living.

Course Highlights

Lakeview, Osprey, Equine, Legacy Loop: Run through expansive fields of native grasses at their autumn peak.
Scenic Overlook Ridge: Panoramic views of the surrounding Hill Country in full fall splendor.
Osprey and Odyssey Trail: Peaceful wooded sections with fall foliage reflected in clear running water.
Homestead Finish: Timed finish to capture the golden hour light across the fields.

Race Experience

All participants receive a custom harvest-themed finisher's medal, race shirt featuring original autumn artwork, and access to the post-race celebration. Aid stations feature seasonal favorites like apple cider, pumpkin cookie bites, and warming beverages.

Custom finisher medal
Race shirt
Post-race harvest celebration
Scenic course through peak autumn landscape

Event Management

The Fields of Gold Trail Run is managed and organized by Fit Foundation volunteers in aid of Healthy Kids Running Series Cedar Park youth programs. Due to the seasonal nature of fall foliage, this event is scheduled during peak color time. Trail conditions are weather-dependent, and routes may be adjusted to protect natural areas.