Beast of The Brazos Trail Run

APR
4-5
2026
The Beast of The Brazos Trail Run offers distances from 5K to 50 miles on the hilly, single-track trails of Waco's Cameron Park. This no-cup race requires runners to carry their own water. All finishers earn a medal and tee, with special awards for the RUCK and 50-mile events.
4-5 Apr 2026
50 miles 50 kilometers 20 miles 10 miles 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Beast of The Brazos Trail Run takes place in April at Cameron Park in Waco, Texas. The event is part of the Texas Legends Series.

Distances

The event offers several distances:

  • 5K
  • 10 miles
  • 20 miles
  • 50K
  • 50 miles
  • 10 mile RUCK

Course Details

The course uses dirt and rocky single track trails within Cameron Park. The 10-mile loop features about 1200 feet of elevation gain. The event is a no-cup race, requiring participants to carry their own water supply. A water-carrying system with a 16-ounce minimum capacity is required for all events except the 5K. For the 50K and 50-mile distances, a headlamp is required when it is dark outside.

Aid Stations

Aid stations along the course provide hot and cold foods, snacks, water, electrolytes, pickle juice, and ice. Water stations supply only water. The main aid station is at the start/finish and mile 10. Other stations are located at miles 5.5, 3.1, 7.5, and 8.

Awards

All finishers receive a collectible medal and a tri-blend tee shirt. First place male and female in every distance receive a trophy. Additionally, 10-mile RUCK finishers get a patch, and 50-mile finishers receive a buckle. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

50 mi
50m
50 km
50k
20 mi
20m
10 mi
10m
10 mi
10m Ruck
5 km