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East Texas Ultra

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

USMay 15, 202750km
Race date in 215 days
May 15, 2027 Sat
City · Distance
Mineola · 50km
Entry fee
$120Varies by event and entry period
Status
OpenTBD ~ Fri, May 14, 2027See how to enter ↗
Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 12, 2026
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Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About East Texas Ultra — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

The race takes place on trails in the Mineola Nature Preserve in East Texas.

Events include the 50K, 28K, 14K, and 7K, with both running and rucking options.

The course follows beneath the shade of tall pine trees.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

East Texas Ultra runner reviews and race reports

Stories from runners who've been there.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

No runner reports yet. We'll add them here as they come in.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

We haven't found a video for this race yet. We'll add one when we do.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter East Texas Ultra — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

About 7K RUCK
Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

East Texas Ultra course map and elevation

Your 50km

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

Runners start · local timeFrom 07:00
Time limit9 hours
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9 hours (4pm time limit)

START

Mineola Nature Preserve

1860 Co Rd 2724, Mineola, TX

Start · Google Maps

50K·28K·14K·7K·7K RUCK events are held together.

Start line is located in Mineola, TX, with a local start time of 7:00 AM.

Organizer
Texas Outlaw Running
Typical race-season temperature: around 23°C (73°F)
Hot race — plan fluids and electrolytes

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Where and when to collect your East Texas Ultra race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

Pick up your bib at the expo

Friday before the race, 17:00–19:00, on-site at Mineola Nature Preserve

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startMineola Amtrak Station (Texas Eagle line), 115 N Pacific St, Mineola, TX — roughly 3 miles from the venue…
  • Transit cardMineola, TX is a small East Texas town with no dedicated transit card system.

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

Mineola Amtrak Station (Texas Eagle line), 115 N Pacific St, Mineola, TX — roughly 3 miles from the venue by road

Race start/finish is Mineola Nature Preserve, 1860 Co Rd 2724, Mineola, TX. The Amtrak station puts Mineola itself on a rail line, but there is no local taxi/shuttle/transit connecting the station to the preserve — a car or pre-arranged ride is still required for the last few miles.

Notably, unlike most races in this pool, Mineola has an actual Amtrak stop (Texas Eagle line) in town — but it does not solve last-mile access to the preserve itself.

Map

Getting to the finish

Same as start — Mineola Nature Preserve

Finish co-located with start at the preserve.

Map

Start shuttle

No organizer shuttle mentioned.

Transit card

Mineola, TX is a small East Texas town with no dedicated transit card system. This is a car-access rural venue; cash or card is accepted for any parking or toll fees, but there is no local bus/rail network for visitors to use.

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026
READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

The race is organized by Texas Outlaw Running, with registration reportedly handled through UltraSignup using tiered pricing,

including an early-bird period (June to mid-February of the following year) and regular pricing (mid-February to early May).

Bib pickup takes place on-site the Friday before the race from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Mineola Nature Preserve.

Start times are staggered, with the 50K starting at 7:00 a.m. and the 28K, 14K,

and 7K starting at 7:15 a.m. The organizer recommends that participants arrive 45–60 minutes before their start.

The aid stations within course reportedly fill personal water bottles or cups, so bringing your own hydration container is recommended.

Times are local to Mineola. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Dallas Arts District Mansions Private Half-Day Tour

$15

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Hotels near the East Texas Ultra start line in Mineola

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

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Time for you, before and after the finish

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Rest a little, wander a little.
Pick what suits you and whoever you're with.

Where runners eat in Mineola

Eating well is part of the trip

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A meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.

What to see in Mineola after the race

Seeing Mineola with the medal on

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The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

Dallas Arts District Mansions Private Half-Day Tour

$15

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Dallas JFK Assassination Site Private Tour (Half Day)

$15

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Private Self-Guided Tour from Dallas West End to Klyde Warren Park

$15

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Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Experiences, food and sights are travel products in Mineola.

Total cost and budget for East Texas Ultra

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about East Texas Ultra

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Mineola runners' room

Frequently asked questions about East Texas Ultra

FAQ
When does East Texas Ultra 2027 take place?

It takes place on Sat, May 15, 2027 in Mineola, TX, United States.

How much is the East Texas Ultra 2027 entry fee?

The main event costs $120.

What is the time limit for East Texas Ultra 2027?

9 hours (4pm time limit).

What distances does East Texas Ultra 2027 offer?

Ultra.

What time does East Texas Ultra 2027 start?

The race starts at 07:00.

Where does East Texas Ultra 2027 start?

Mineola Nature Preserve.

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