Prepare to test your limits at Outlast Nacogdoches, an unparalleled trail endurance challenge taking place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Nacogdoches, TX. Held at a private ranch, this event offers two formidable distances: a 12-hour challenge (approximately 36+ miles) and a 6-hour challenge (approximately 18 miles). What makes Outlast Nacogdoches truly unique is its "every hour, on the hour" format: runners must complete a 5K lap within each 60-minute window to remain in the race. This format demands more than just speed; it's a profound test of pacing, discipline, and sheer mental grit.

The course itself is a rugged East Texas adventure, featuring rooty, hilly, and dirty single-track and ATV trails with natural terrain and elevation changes. While some pavement and gravel may appear, the focus is on authentic trail running, promising unpredictable conditions that will keep you on your toes. Typical race day conditions in early February often bring comfortable highs around 61F and lows around 38F, with a low 13% chance of precipitation, offering a cool backdrop for your endurance efforts. Aid stations at the basecamp/loop start will provide water, basic hydration, and snacks; however, this is a cupless event, so bring your own hydration system. Runners are also encouraged to set up personal aid stations for optimal support between rounds.

Outlast Nacogdoches champions consistency and mental fortitude, welcoming both seasoned ultrarunners and mentally tough beginners. Finishers earn exclusive patches and wooden medals for completing 6 or 12 laps, while top male and female competitors with the fastest combined 5K times receive awards and a spot on the national leaderboard, with 6-hour champions earning entry into the Outlast Championship. Many past participants praise the energetic atmosphere and supportive race direction, creating an experience where pushing boundaries and building camaraderie are as important as the miles covered.