Toughest 'N Texas Trail Runs

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location: Waco, TX; 2601 N University Parks Dr, Cameron Park Redwoods Shelter, 76708
Type: RUN

At a glance

Embrace the challenge of a rocky, hilly trail run through beautiful Cameron Park, complete with river views and a rewarding finish.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing, first-time racers without recent mileage

Discover the Toughest 'N Texas Trail Runs in Waco's beautiful Cameron Park. This event offers a range of distances from 5K to 50K, inviting runners to tackle a challenging course along the Brazos and Bosque Rivers. Expect a rocky, hilly, and rooty single-track experience that promises both a test of endurance and scenic views. It's known as 'the best little trail run in Texas' for a reason, offering a rewarding day on the trails for all participants.

What to expect

Navigate a challenging course featuring rocky, hilly, and rooty single track trails.Enjoy a cupless race experience, so bring your own hydration vessel.Celebrate your finish with breakfast tacos, lunch tacos, beer, and other refreshments.

Standout details

Cupless race experience
Finishers medals for all
Breakfast and lunch tacos, plus beer
Awards for top 3 Open and Masters

Perks & features

Awards
Chip Timed
Food & Drink

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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sat, Apr 18, 7:30 AM CDT · From $54.00
Opens Apr 12, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Feb 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
10K
Sat, Apr 18, 7:30 AM CDT · From $64.60
Opens Apr 12, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Feb 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
10 Miles
Sat, Apr 18, 7:30 AM CDT · From $80.50
Opens Apr 12, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Feb 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 2 more options

20 Miles
Sat, Apr 18, 7:00 AM CDT · From $91.10
Opens Apr 12, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Feb 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
50K
Sat, Apr 18, 7:00 AM CDT · From $101.70
Opens Apr 12, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Feb 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

Vibe Check

Serious Test

Trail + rolling terrain, longer distance

Mostly trail
Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Trail
Rolling
Timed race

From the organizer

Come join us in beautiful Cameron Park for the Toughest in Texas Trail Runs! The best little trail run in Texas !!

We offer the following distances:

50K (31.1 miles) – (7:00 a.m. start – 10 hour time limit) 20 miles – (7:00 a.m. start – 9 1/2 hour time limit) 10 miles – (7:30 a.m. start – 9 hour time limit) 10K (6.2 miles) – (7:30 a.m. start – 8 ½ hour time limit) 5K (3.1 miles) – 7:30 a.m. start – 8 hour time limit)

LOCATION: Start/Finish at the Redwood Pavilion in Cameron Park. 2.1 miles west of Interstate 35. Take the University Parks exit and go west.

COURSE: In beautiful Cameron Park on the banks of the Brazos and Bosque Rivers. A rocky, hilly, rooty, (but fun) trail. Mostly single track.

PACKET PICK-UP:

Friday Pack pick up and late registration is going to be at the Waco Running Company, 700 Franklin Ave, Waco, from 4:00-6:00pm. Packets may also be picked up on race morning at the Redwood Pavilion. AID STATIONS: Start/Finish, 2.25 miles, 4.0 miles and 7.75 miles of each loop. This will be a cupless race!!

AWARDS: Finishers medals to all. Cool stuff to all entrants. Awards to top 3 male/female Open and Masters. Masters is 50 and over.

POST RACE: Breakfast tacos, lunch tacos, beer, soda, water.

CONTACT: Race Director Tim Neckar at 713.724.2611 or email at tim@runnerone.com

VOLUNTEER? If you would like to volunteer, just send an email or call Tim. Free SWAG and food for those who do!

Guaranteed shirt and shirt size if register by April 1st.

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