In 200 days · Sat, Apr 3, 2027
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When
Saturday, April 3rd, 2027
Where
Rocky Hill Ranch, 578 FM 153, Smithville TX
Distances
Ultra · 10K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
59–79°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
71–87°F
dry
2025
72–89°F
dry
2024
51–76°F
dry
2023
69–94°F
dry
2022
56–87°F
dry
2021
53–65°F
rain
2020
51–79°F
rain
2019
52–69°F
dry
2018
67–80°F
rain
2017
54–84°F
dry
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About this race
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, April 3, 2027.
- Location: Rocky Hill Ranch, 578 FM 153, Smithville, TX.
- Website: Hells Hills Trail Race
Race Overview
- Course: Deceivingly tough course.
- Loops: 2 loops for the 50km: one fun loop for the 25km and 10km races.
- Challenge: Test yourself against the best trail runners in the country.
- Scenery: Enjoy beautiful stream crossings, pine trees, and hill country flowers.
Community & Experience
- First-Time Runners: Perfect for those new to trail running.
- Annual Reunion: Many consider this long-standing event an annual reunion of friends.
- Weekend Vibes: Participants will enjoy a relaxed weekend atmosphere.
- Wildflower Season: Especially wonderful if the wildflowers are popping.
Race Benefits
- Swag: Every racer will receive cool swag.
- Shirt Deadline: March 9 is the deadline to get a shirt.
- Policies: Click Here for Tejas Trails Policies (you really do want to know this stuff!)
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Apr 2 – 4, 2027.
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