East Texas Ultra
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East Texas Ultra
The East Texas Ultra is a trail running event at Mineola Nature Preserve in Mineola, Texas on May 15, 2027. The course follows a 4.5-mile loop that begins and ends at the Mineola Nature Preserve Pavilion and uses the Navajo, Greer Hill, Sendera, and Rawhide trails.
The surface is a mix of gravel, dirt and pavement. The loop is slightly hilly with about 200 ft of elevation gain per loop. Aid stations are positioned on course, including a main aid station at mile 0 and mile 4.5 and a water station at mile 2.2. Aid stations offer hot and cold foods, snacks, water, electrolytes, pickle juice and ice; the water station provides water and ice. Drop bags may be placed near the start/finish area.
Distances
- 7K
- 14K
- 28K
- 50K
- 7K ruck (25 lb minimum weight)
A water carrying system is required for all events except the 7K; a 16-ounce minimum is recommended for hydration. The event has a 9-hour cutoff for completion. Participants receive finisher medals and event shirts; additional awards include trophies for top finishers and a ruck patch for 7K ruck finishers. The race is part of the Texas Ultra Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
