Autumn Harvest Trail Weekend

Autumn Harvest Trail Weekend

Lake Bastrop, Texas • October 10-11, 2026

Experience the magic of autumn trail running

An Enchanting Fall Adventure

• Unforgettable Experience: Join us for an unforgettable autumn trail weekend.
• Beautiful Scenery: Experience the beauty of fall running as seasonal colors transform the Lost Pines landscape.
• Trail Running: Journey along winding lakeside trails, under open skies, and through towering pines.
• Unique Adventure: Crisp fall air, fast dirt trails, and the energy of fellow runners make this a truly unique endurance experience.

Saturday, October 10

The Ultra & Distance Day

Autumn Harvest Last Standing

• Start: 9:00 AM
• Cutoff: 24 hours
• Distance: 4.17-mile loop, up to 24 loops (~100 miles) Format: Last Person Standing with cumulative time tiebreaker.
• Field Cap: 50 runners.

Autumn Harvest 50K

• Start: 8:00 AM
• Cutoff: 10 hours
• Details: Three full out-and-backs on the scenic North-South Trailway plus a Southshore finishing spur.
• Aid Stations: Every 2.5 miles.

Autumn Harvest 20-Miler

• Start: 8:00 AM
• Distance: 20 miles
• Details: Two full out-and-backs on the North-South Trailway.
• Aid Stations: Every 2.5 miles.

Autumn Harvest 10-Miler

• Start: 8:00 AM
• Distance: 10 miles
• Details: One full out-and-back on the North-South Trailway, the signature trail experience.

Autumn Harvest 5-Miler

• Start: 8:15 AM
• Distance: 5 miles
• Details: Out-and-back on the first 2.5 miles of the North-South Trailway.

Sunday, October 11

The Marathon & Community Day

Autumn Harvest Marathon

• Start: 9:00 AM
• Cutoff: 9 hours
• Details: Central Texas trail marathon running at its finest.
• Aid Stations: Every 2.5 miles.

Autumn Harvest Half Marathon

• Start: 9:00 AM
• Details: A generous half-marathon-plus on Lake Bastrop's most scenic trails.

Autumn Harvest 10K

• Start: 9:15 AM
• Details: A unique trail 10K showcasing scenic sections of Lake Bastrop’s trail system.

Autumn Harvest 5K

• Start: 9:15 AM
• Details: The perfect trail introduction for newcomers.

The Course

Scenic Lost Pines Trails

All events traverse the trails of Lake Bastrop, primarily the North-South Trailway that connects Lake Bastrop North Shore and South Shore Parks. The course features rolling terrain with moderate elevation changes and a dynamic mix of single-track and wider trail sections.

• Terrain: Rolling with moderate elevation changes
• Trail Type: Mix of single-track and wider trails
• Views: Lake Bastrop overlooks and Lost Pines forest
• Scenery: Fall foliage and autumn-transformed landscapes

Every Registration Includes

• Custom Finisher Medal: Race Shirt guaranteed if registered by Sep 15
• Chip Timing: Fully Stocked Aid Stations with water, electrolytes, fuel, and ice
• Medical Support: Race Photography with free digital downloads

What's Not Included

• LCRA park camping: Reserve separately through LCRA Parks
• Overnight lodging: Crew fees (crews must purchase day-use park pass)

Event Logistics

Packet Pickup

• Saturday Morning: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
• Sunday Morning: 7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
• Location: Lake Bastrop South Shore Park Pavilion

Parking & Directions

• Start/Finish Area: Lake Bastrop South Shore Park
• Free parking: Available at the event venue.
• Arrive Early: At least 45 minutes before your start time.

Weather & Contingency

• Typical Weather: Highs 80-85°F, lows 60s.
• Contingency Plans: Event may be moved, postponed, or modified due to severe weather.

Refund & Transfer Policy

• No refunds: Transfers at race director's discretion.
• Weather Cancellation: Credit toward next year's race.

Experience the Magic of Autumn Trail Running

Join us for this enchanting fall weekend on the trails of Lake Bastrop. Eight distances. Two days. One unforgettable experience.

Organized in partnership with Healthy Kids Running Series Cedar Park.
Proceeds support HKRS Cedar Park youth running programs.