Possum's Revenge - Graford, TX
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Possum's Revenge - Graford, TX
Possum's Revenge is a trail running event held in May on the Possum Kingdom Lake Hike and Bike Trail at Bugg Beach, Graford, TX. The course offers varied terrain and scenery with rocks, roots, sand, climbs and flat sections, plus lake views. The main loop measures 17.35 miles and each loop has approximately 1,460 feet of elevation gain.
Events include:
- 69 Mile
- 52 Mile
- 56K
- 17 Mile
- 8 Mile (approximately 8.2 miles)
- 4 Mile (4 miles)
All races start and finish at Bugg Beach. Packet pickup is available the day before and the morning of the event at the start/finish area. The race is a cupless event; all runners must carry a hydration device such as a water bottle or hydration bladder. Aid stations are staffed and provide water, Gatorade, fruit, sandwiches, snacks, soda and electrolyte products. Bathrooms are available near the South D&D and La Villa aid stations. Runners in the 4-mile pass an unmanned water-only aid station.
Pacers are allowed for the 69 and 52 mile distances with limits: a single pacer may be used for the final loop after dark. Drop bags are permitted at the start/finish and for certain aid stations on longer distances. Camping at Bugg Beach is primitive and first-come, first-served. Finishers earn medals or a buckle for the 69 Mile; awards are given by overall and masters categories. The event uses a race-credit refund policy and allows bib transfers under stated conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
