Prepare for an exhilarating trail running experience at the Run4Bibles, set to take place on March 7, 2026, in the scenic Cedar Ridge Nature Preserve in Dallas, TX. This event offers a range of distances including a full 26-mile Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 1-Mile Hike-n-Run, ensuring a challenge for every level of runner. Typical race day conditions in early March present pleasant weather, with highs around 68°F and lows around 48°F, and only an 11% chance of precipitation, creating ideal cool running temperatures for tackling the demanding courses.

Known as one of the most challenging yet beautiful trail races in the DFW/North Texas area, the Run4Bibles course at Cedar Ridge Nature Preserve features a diverse and moderately strenuous terrain. Runners will navigate a mix of mulch, solid rock, gravel, dirt, natural steps, and wooden bridges crossing small creeks. Expect a dynamic route with a series of switchbacks, some flat sections, and significant elevation changes, ranging from approximately 400 ft of gain and loss for the 5K to an impressive 2400 ft for the Marathon. The trails wind through a richly wooded area, offering picturesque views of streams, creeks, a large pond, a lookout tower, and a birdwatching hut, providing an engaging backdrop for your run. Aid stations, offering water, Gatorade, and a variety of sweet and salty snacks, will be strategically placed every 2-3 miles, with a reminder that this is a cupless event, so personal hydration vessels are required.

What truly sets Run4Bibles apart is its impactful mission: every stride helps equip disciples globally. Proceeds from the race directly support Equip Disciples' Bible Study groups in regions like Rwanda and DR Congo, as well as contributing to the maintenance of Cedar Ridge Nature Preserve itself. Participants are not only promised a memorable trail run and camaraderie with fellow enthusiasts but also a tangible contribution to a greater cause; even a 5K entry helps provide a Bible. Finishers are awarded unique, hand-carved wooden medals sourced from DR Congo, a testament to the race's mission. As many runners attest, "when you finish, you'll know you've been on a trail run", making Run4Bibles an exceptionally rewarding challenge.