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Great Springs Trail Race - Austin

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

USMar 6, 202750km · 42.195km · 21.1km +2 more events
Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0
Race date in 152 days
Mar 6, 2027 Sat
City · Distance
Del Valle · 50km · 42.195km · 21.1km +2 more events
Entry fee
$112From the 2026 edition
Status
SoonTBD ~ Sat, March 6, 2027See how to enter ↗
Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 5, 2026
Great Springs Trail Race - Austin race photo
Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0
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Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Great Springs Trail Race - Austin — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

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

Held on Saturday, March 6, 2027, near Austin.

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.

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin runner reviews and race reports

Stories from those who ran it first.

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.

Great Springs Trail Race: What to Expect in 2025

Richard Runs Trails

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This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Great Springs Trail Race - Austin — 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.

From the 2026 edition

Marathon

Entry cost $112

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 26.2mi · until Dec 7, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

Half

Entry cost $97

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 13.1mi · until Dec 7, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

Ultra

Entry cost $117

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 50K · until Dec 7, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

Trail

Entry cost $10

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin Youth 1-Mile Trail Run (12 & under) · until Dec 7, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page
About 10K · 5K

10K

Entry cost $75

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 10K · until Dec 7, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

5K

Entry cost $60

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 5K · until Dec 7, 2026 · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

Registration platform RunSignup

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin course map and elevation

The 50km I'll run

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

Runners start · local timeFrom 06:30
EventStart
Ultra06:30
Marathon42.195km07:00
Half21.0975km08:15
10K10km08:30
5K5km08:45
City center · not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet. The map shows the host city.

START

Southeast Metro Park, Del Valle, TX

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Events consist of Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 50K, Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 26.2mi,

Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 13.1mi, Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 10K, and Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 5K.

The start is at Southeast Metro Park, 4511 Highway 71 East, Del Valle, TX, at 6:30 AM local time.

Organizer
Tejas Trails
Typical race-season temperature: around 17°C (62°F)
Short sleeves — hydrate for the warmth

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Where and when to collect your Great Springs Trail Race - Austin race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

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

From the 2026 edition

Bib pickup

On-site pick-up from 16:30-19:00 on the Friday before the competition and 06:00-08:45 on the day of the competition. Final time limit 14:30 (last trap)/16:30 (course closed)

Stations & transport near the venue

Getting to the start

No direct public transit; nearest CapMetro service (Route 20) does not reach the venue

Venue is Southeast Metro Park, 4511 Highway 71 East, Del Valle, TX 78617.

Runner/spectator parking is south of the Primitive Trailhead, then a 0.25-mile signed walk north to the trailhead race hub.

No public bus route serves the park directly.

Getting to the finish

Same as start - Southeast Metro Park Primitive Trailhead area

Finish is at the same trailhead hub as the start.

More details

No public-transit shuttle;

only an on-site 0.25-mile walking path from parking lots to the trailhead.

Source · checked Aug 22, 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.

This race takes place at Southeast Metro Park in Del Valle, Texas, and is organized by Tejas Trails, a trail-running specialist.

With a wide range of distances, including the 5K, 10K, half marathon (13.1 miles),

full marathon (26.2 miles), 50K and a youth 1-mile event, it offers options for everyone from beginners to ultra runners.

Registration is handled through the RunningSignUp platform, and Entry fee vary by distance and registration date,

so it is safest to check the official website for the latest pricing.

The venue is in Travis County, close to downtown Austin, making it easy to reach.

As this is a trail course, trail shoes and personal hydration gear are recommended.

Times are local to Del Valle. 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.

Hotels near the Great Springs Trail Race - Austin start line in Del Valle

Hotels that make race morning easy

5 places

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Airport East, An Ihg Hotel

Hotel · 4.3km

9.2/10(365)
View on Booking.com

12 Mi to Dtwn Austin: Quiet Home w/ Patio & Yard

Accommodation · 3.5km

10.0/10(5)
View on Booking.com

‘Gingerland Ranch’ in Del Valle: Game Room & Porch

Accommodation · 4.1km

5.7/10(3)
View on Booking.com

Fully Furnished Retreat Near Tesla Gigafactory and Cotaland Theme Park

Accommodation · 3.6km

View on Booking.com

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Time for you, before and after the finish

31 experiences

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

Austin Red River Cultural District Half-Day Food Tour

$112

View on Klook

Texas Austin Night View Tour (Sunset Cruise & Bat-Watching Experience Included)

$92

View on Klook

Austin｜Private Airport Pickup/Drop-off Service at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

$82

View on Klook

San Antonio｜Private Airport Pickup/Drop-off Service from San Antonio International Airport

$96

View on Klook

2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix Multi-Day Pass in Austin

$634

View on Klook

Austin Capitol & Lady Bird Lake Private Half-Day Tour

$72

View on Klook

Austin Private Half-Day Tour (Live Music Capital)

$72

View on Klook

San Antonio Natural Bridge Caverns Hidden Wonders Tour

$21

View on Klook

Austin Taco & Iconic Landmarks Half-Day Small-Group Walking Tour

$92

View on Klook

San Antonio Top 3 Attractions Half-Day Small-Group Walking Tour

$133

View on Klook
Eating well is part of the tripA meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.View on mapSeeing Del Valle with the medal onThe city you ran — this time, a little slower.View on map

Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Distances and ratings for food and sights come from the place provider, and experiences are travel products in Del Valle.

Total cost and budget for Great Springs Trail Race - Austin

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Runner stories and questions about Great Springs Trail Race - Austin

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Del Valle runners' room

Frequently asked questions about Great Springs Trail Race - Austin

FAQ
When does Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 2027 take place?

It takes place on Sat, March 6, 2027 in Del Valle, TX, United States.

What distances does Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 2027 offer?

Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K · Ultra.

What time does Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 2027 start?

The race starts at 06:30.

Where does Great Springs Trail Race - Austin 2027 start?

Southeast Metro Park, Del Valle, TX.

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