Fire Trail Running Festival
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Event Details
The Fire Trail Running Festival is a trail run held at night in Guadalupe River State Park near Spring Branch, Texas. The event offers three running distances: 8K, 25K, and 50K. There is also an 8K RUCK option. The course traverses scenic grasslands and woodlands on rocky and dirt single-track trails, specifically the Barred Owl, Painted Bunting, and Live Oak trails. The route is described as relatively flat with an elevation gain of approximately 214 feet per loop.
Logistics and Requirements
The start and finish are at Guadalupe River State Park. Packet pickup begins at 6:00 PM. A headlamp is required for all participants. The race is a "no cup" event, meaning participants must bring their own water-carrying system. There is an 8.5-hour cutoff for all race distances.
For the RUCK division, weight requirements are based on participant weight: a 30-pound ruck for those over 150 pounds and a 20-pound ruck for those under 150 pounds. A ruck sack or vest is allowed.
Included Amenities
Participants receive a Fire Trail Running Festival soft shirt. All finishers get a collectible finisher medal, with a special inscription for 50K finishers. The top three male and female runners in each distance receive awards, and a "Dead Freakin' Last" award is given for the 50K. RUCK finishers receive a patch. The race experience includes aid station food and hydration, a scenic and fully marked course, photography, and support from race staff and volunteers.
Additional Information
This event is part of the Texas Summer Night Series, which includes eight races across Texas in 2026. Completing three out of the eight series races earns a set of three collectible medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
