Austin Solstice Circuit: Marathon, 52M Relay & Solo, 50K, 25K, 10K, 5K, Free 1K Kids' Fun Run

🏃‍♂️ Austin Solstice Circuit Challenge

🌞 The Fastest Summer Ultramarathon in Texas

July 12, 2025 | Pace Bend Park, Lake Travis

🌳 Scenic Hill Country Course

• Experience: the breathtaking beauty of the Texas Hill Country as you run on smooth paved roads winding through majestic oak trees.
• Backdrop: With Lake Travis as your backdrop, this picturesque route combines natural beauty with the perfect running surface for speed and comfort.
• Personal Record: Set your sights on a personal record and a chance to win part of the $1,300 prize pool.
• Loop Design: This unique event features a perfectly engineered 1.55-mile paved figure-8 loop with an elevation gain of just 33ft.

🏁 Race Distances

🎉 Why Choose This Race?

• Fast Course: USATF Certified Marathon Course (Boston Qualifier) for record-setting performances.
• Evening Start: Enjoy cooler temperatures when you need it most.
• Pacers Allowed: Personal pacers are welcome for both the Marathon and 50K events.
• Cash Prizes: Compete for a share of the $1,300 prize pool.

🏕️ Learn to Camp: Guided Camping Experience

Never camped before? No problem! Register for the Austin Solstice Circuit Challenge and select our "Guided Camping Experience" option.

✓ What You'll Learn

• Tent setup and campsite selection
• Outdoor cooking and meal preparation
• Weather preparation and safety
• Essential camping gear and packing tips

✓ What's Included

• Pre-event camping orientation session
• Equipment recommendations
• Campfire cooking demonstration

Select the "Guided Camping Experience" add-on during registration. Limited spots available!

🌄 Course Details

The distinctive figure-8 course winds through the breathtaking Hill Country landscape of Pace Bend Park, featuring limestone bluffs, majestic oak trees, and views of Lake Travis.

• Surface: 100% smooth, paved asphalt – ideal for consistent pacing.
• Elevation: Only 33ft gain per loop – gentle, predictable terrain.
• Loop Length: 1.55 miles in a figure-8 configuration.
• Scenery: Limestone bluffs, oak-covered hills, and Lake Travis views.

🛠️ Amenities

• Aid Station: Fully stocked station at the start/finish hub.
• Restrooms: Convenient toilet vault facilities.
• Camping: First-come, first-served sites surrounding the course.
• Parking: Multiple areas for easy access.
• Finisher Awards: Custom challenge coins for all finishers.

🌌 Join Us for an Unforgettable Experience

Race from sunset to stars beneath the Buck Moon on the fastest summer ultra course in the Texas Hill Country.

Ready to prepare? Check out our comprehensive training guide designed specifically for the Solstice Circuit Challenge.