Brazos Bend 50

🏃‍♂️ Brazos Bend 50 - Race Overview

This is the April edition of our popular Brazos Bend races with the marquee event being the 50-mile. Additional events include the 50k, 25k, 10k, and 5k. A great event for veteran or first-time ultra runners, trail runners, and those new to running in general.

📏 Course Details

• Fastest Trail: The Brazos Bend course is the fastest trail in Texas trail running.
• Course Profile: The course is 99.9% flat, with the only hill being 10 feet.
• Surface Types: You will be running on flat surfaces that move from hard crushed rock, soft hiking trails under tree canopy, and easy horse trails.
• Wildlife: Brazos Bend is most known for its abundance of birds and American Alligators among other wildlife.

📅 2026 Schedule

• Wednesday, April 8th: Noon - 7 PM: Packet Pickup at Good Times Running Co in Katy.
• Friday, April 10th: Noon - 7 PM: Packet Pickup and Bag Drop at Elm Lake Pavilion.
• Saturday, April 11th: 4 AM: Parking shuttles begin from Nature Center/40 Acre/Overflow Parking Lots to Elm Lake.
• Race Start Times: 6 AM: 50-Mile START, 7 AM: 50-KM START, 7:30 AM: 25K START, 8 AM: 10K START, 8:30 AM: 5K START, Noon: Kids K.

⏰ Event Logistics

IT IS RECOMMENDED TO ARRIVE (PARK) AT LEAST ONE HOUR BEFORE YOUR EVENT TO ALLOW TIME FOR SHUTTLE AND PACKET PICKUP (UTILIZE OUR PRE-RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS).

🎁 Runner Perks

• Race Swag: Every runner receives your choice of race swag.
• Support: Outstanding volunteer support throughout the event.
• Aid Stations: Texas Size Full Aid Stations for all runners.
• Timing: Chip Timed Race for accurate results.

📜 Park Pass Information

Registered runners/pacers, volunteers, and campers DO NOT need to purchase a pass. Every guest 13 and over entering the park will require a special events state park pass for the weekend which includes park entry, trail & facility use. This fee goes directly to Brazos Bend State Park.

🏕️ Camping & Accommodations

Camping at the event area, parking lots, pavilions, and Car Camping is NOT allowed. Camping must be reserved through the online reservation system: Texas State Parks Reservation.

📍 More Information

For more details, visit: TROT Brazos Bend 50 Site.

📅 Registration and Additional Events

Registration and information for the December edition can be found at the Brazos Bend 100.

🔗 Race URL

For full event details and registration, visit Brazos Bend 50 Race Page.