Austin Solstice Circuit: Marathon, 52M, 50K, 25K, 10K, 5K

🌟 Austin Solstice Circuit Challenge

☀️ The Fastest Summer Ultramarathon in Texas

July 25 & 26, 2026 | 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: Lake Travis provides a picturesque route combining natural beauty with the perfect running surface for speed and comfort.
• Design: Set your sights on a personal record at the Austin Solstice Circuit Challenge.
• Route: This unique event features a perfectly engineered 1.64-mile paved loop with an elevation gain of just 33ft at scenic Pace Bend Park on Lake Travis, designed for speed and performance even in July.

🏃‍♂️ Race Distances

52.7 Mile Race

• Loops: 32
• Distance: 52.7 mi
• Start: 7:00 PM 07/11

50K

• Loops: 19
• Distance: 31.0 mi
• Start: 7:00 PM 07/11

Marathon

• Loops: 16
• Distance: 26.35 mi
• Start: 7:00 PM 07/11

25K

• Loops: 10
• Distance: 15.5 mi
• Start: 7:00 PM 07/11: 7:00AM 07/12

10K

• Loops: 4
• Distance: 6.2 mi
• Start: 7:00 PM 07/11: 7:00 AM 07/12

5K

• Loops: 2
• Distance: 3.1 mi
• Start: 7:00 PM 07/11: 7:00 AM 07/12

🏆 Why Choose This Race?

• Fast Course: USATF Certified Marathon Course (Boston Qualifier) with ideal conditions for record-setting performances.
• Evening Start: Race as the sun sets and the Buck Moon rises.
• Pacers Allowed: Personal pacers are welcome for Marathon, 50K, and 52.7 Mile Solo events.
• Packet Pickup: Available Saturday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM and race day from 5:30 AM to 6:30 AM.

🗺️ 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. The smooth asphalt surface makes it perfect for both day and night running.

• Surface: 100% smooth, paved asphalt – ideal for consistent pacing.
• Elevation: Minimal gain per loop – gentle, predictable terrain.
• Loop Length: 1.64 miles in a figure-8 configuration.
• Scenery: Limestone bluffs, oak-covered hills, and Lake Travis views.
• Aid Station: Access every 1.64 miles at the start/finish hub.
• Marking: Fully marked with reflective markers for nighttime visibility.

🚧 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: Medals and 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.

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