Mellow Trail Race
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Mellow Trail Race : Overview
The Mellow Trail Race, presented by Tejas Trails, takes place on September 12, 2026 at Pace Bend Park (2011 Pace Bend Rd N, Spicewood, TX). Distances offered include:
- 26.2 mi
- 13.1 mi
- 10k
- 5k
- Youth 1 mi
The event is set on a peninsula on Lake Travis, with nearby cities Spicewood, Marble Falls, Bee Cave, and larger cities Austin and San Antonio.
Course, logistics and services
The race uses a main 13.1 mile loop. The 26.2 mile distance is two full 13.1 mile laps. The 10k is two 5k laps and the 5k uses a cutoff of the main loop. Both courses run clockwise. Each full lap has roughly 897 feet of elevation gain and loss. Trails include rocks, roots, and hard-packed surfaces; parts of the route offer lake views and both zero-entry and rocky cliff-edge shorelines. The finish arch is placed close to Lake Travis when possible.
Course markings include orange caution tape, yellow arrows, and confidence markers; reflective markings are used when needed. Aid station support includes Grab N Go snacks and water at Mudd and Well Rd, plus Start/Finish support. Drop bag locations: Abby Rd, Croton, Pancho, and Start/Finish (Mudd). Races are chip timed with ankle-worn chips; pacers are not allowed. Overall awards: Top 3 and Top Master (50+) for male and female per distance. The youth run is untimed and awards a finisher medal. Runners’ park day use fees are handled through registration; spectators pay park fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
