Night at the Arcade Trail Run
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Night at the Arcade Trail Run
Night at the Arcade Trail Run is a night event at Buescher State Park in Smithville, Texas, limited to 400 runners. The course is a 7.2 mile loop that starts and finishes under the same arch, with about 450 ft of ascent and descent per loop. Trails include narrow paths and singletrack with smaller inclines and rocky sections. Showers are available at the finish.
Distances offered
- 57K five loops
- 28 Miles four loops
- 14 Miles two loops
- 7 Miles one loop
- 5K one loop
Aid stations are located at mile 3.6 (Gate L off Turkey Run) and at the start/finish. Both are full aid stations stocked Texas style with drinks, sodas, snacks, sandwiches and overnight hot foods. Medical basics and feminine care products are available. The race operates cupless aid stations, so runners should bring a reusable cup, bottle or hydration pack. Drop bags are allowed only at the main aid station on a large tarp area.
There are no pacers, and crew access is not available at the secondary aid station. Parking inside the park holds about 150 cars; additional runners are shuttled from Rocky Hill Ranch about 4 miles away. Park entry is $5 per person, under 13 free, and this fee is collected at bib pickup. Camping is available at Buescher State Park with additional camping nearby at Bastrop State Park. Awards include top finishers by distance, relay team awards, masters awards and costume contest prizes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
