When is SARR Prickly Pear?

SARR Prickly Pear takes place on Mar 7, 2026. That's in 1 week.

Where is SARR Prickly Pear located?

SARR Prickly Pear is held in San Antonio, Texas, United States.

What distances are available at SARR Prickly Pear?

SARR Prickly Pear offers the following distances: 50K, 15K, 5K.

How do I register for SARR Prickly Pear?

You can register for SARR Prickly Pear through the official registration page.

What is the typical weather for SARR Prickly Pear?

Based on historical data, you can expect temperatures between 53°F and 75°F on race day. There's approximately a 6% chance of precipitation.

SARR Prickly Pear (5K-50K) - Mar 7, 2026 | San Antonio, TX

Lace up your trail shoes for the SARR Prickly Pear on March 7, 2026, an iconic event set amidst the natural beauty of San Antonio's McAllister Park. Offering distances of 50K, 15K, and 5K, this race caters to a range of runners looking to experience the park's renowned, mostly flat and fast single-track trails. You'll navigate a scenic course winding through the Blue Loop, Mud Creek Loop, and Mosquito Lake trails, encountering a mix of rocks, tree roots, dry creek beds, and, of course, the distinctive prickly pear cactus. With a modest elevation gain of about 100 feet per 10.34-mile loop for the 50K, this course is described as easy to moderate, making it accessible while still offering a true trail running experience. Typical race day conditions in early March offer pleasant running weather, with highs around 74°F and lows around 53°F, and only a 6% chance of precipitation.

The SARR Prickly Pear is more than just a race; it's a piece of San Antonio's running history, proudly holding the title of the city's oldest ultra-distance event. It even marked the ultra-running debut of celebrated athlete Courtney Dauwalter in 2011. This year, the 50K race takes on added significance as the 2026 RRCA Southern Region Ultra Championship Race. All races start and finish at McAllister Park's Optimist Pavilion #3, where you'll find convenient restrooms and parking.

Prepare for a well-supported and eco-conscious event. The SARR Prickly Pear is a cupless race, requiring runners to carry their own hydration devices to fill at generously stocked aid stations with Crazy Water and Gatorade. The 50K course features three such stations per loop, plus an exclusive 50K aid station near the start/finish line for drop bags, offering an array of drinks, hot and cold snacks, sandwiches, and Wildway Granola, with volunteers ready to assist and even "pamper" ultra-runners. Finishers across all distances will receive a medal, while 50K participants earn a special finishers hat and car sticker, with top overall and masters finishers taking home unique hand-sewn cactus awards. This popular event, capped at 600 runners, often sells out, so early registration is highly recommended to secure your spot in this exhilarating trail challenge.