Set your sights on the Up Around The Bend Trail Run, an unforgettable adventure awaiting you on February 21, 2026, in the stunning Colorado Bend State Park. This event, hailed as one of Texas's coolest trail runs, promises a beautiful yet challenging experience through the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Participants can choose their challenge from distances including an arduous 52.4M ultra, a full 26.2M marathon, a scenic 13.1M half marathon, or a spirited 10K, alongside a Youth Trail Run for the youngest adventurers.

The course itself is a masterpiece of natural beauty, renowned for its waterfalls, flowing streams, rivers, and unique geological formations. Runners will navigate diverse terrain changes, including creek crossings, smooth riverside paths, and technical single-track trails, all while enjoying fun elevation changes and lush green vistas overlooking Colorado Bend. With approximately 90% of the course on un-paved trails and notable elevation gains, it truly offers a rugged and rewarding trail reality. Typical race day conditions in late February offer pleasant temperatures, with highs around 64°F and lows near 39°F, and only a 7% chance of precipitation.

Beyond the challenge, the Up Around The Bend Trail Run is a celebration of the outdoors, offering cool swag and amazing finisher medals to commemorate your achievement. It's an opportunity to escape the everyday, connect with nature, and create lasting memories on trails that truly encapsulate the soulful aspects of life. The start and finish are located at 2236 Park Hill Dr, Bend, TX, within Colorado Bend State Park, making for convenient access to this exceptional trail running experience.