Brazos Bend 100
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Event Details
The Brazos Bend 100 takes place on December 5-6, 2026 at Brazos Bend State Park in Needville, Texas. It is the December edition of the Brazos Bend races, with the 100-mile distance being the marquee event.
Distances
The event includes six race distances:
- 100M
- 100K
- 26.2M
- 13.1M
- Brazos Kids Kilometer
- Ultra Pacer
Course and Features
The course is a multi-loop trail race. Each loop is approximately 16.7 miles and is described as 99.9% flat. The only significant elevation change is a 10-foot rise over 0.1 of a mile. The surfaces vary between hard crushed rock, soft hiking trails under a tree canopy, and smooth horse trails. The event is noted for aid station support.
The 100-mile race is a Western States 100 Lottery qualifier for finishes under 32 hours. The organizer reports there were 119 qualifiers in 2024 and 133 in 2025. The top three 100-mile finishers in 2024 completed the race in under 16 hours.
Location and Environment
Brazos Bend State Park is south of Houston and Sugar Land. The park is known for its wildlife, including an abundance of birds and American alligators. The organizer states there has never been an incident with alligators in the park's 50-year history.
Weather conditions in December can vary but are typically between 40-70 degrees. A final cutoff time for all races is on Sunday at 2:00 PM. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
