Rocky Raccoon 100
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Rocky Raccoon 100 : Huntsville State Park
Rocky Raccoon 100 is an annual early-February trail endurance event held at Huntsville State Park in Texas. Distances offered include:
- 100 mile
- 100 km
- Youth 1 mile
The 100 mile route is laid out as five full 20 mile laps around the lake. The 100 km course begins with a short 2 mile lap followed by three full 20 mile laps. Each full lap has roughly 1,250 feet of elevation gain and equal loss. Trails run over beds of pine needles, across wooden bridges, and through stands of East Texas pines; runners should watch for exposed tree roots rather than rocks.
The course is marked extensively with caution tape, yellow arrows, and reflective confidence markers so navigation is not required. Organizers provide full aid station support at multiple, easily accessible points around the course with hot and cold options and some caffeinated choices at night. The event uses cupless service at aid stations; participants may bring their own cup or obtain a collapsible cup at packet pickup. Drop bag delivery is available to select aid stations with specific procedures and return details.
The race is chip timed with ankle-mounted chips that must be returned after leaving the course. Pacers are allowed after 49 miles and must register in advance. The event proceeds in all weather conditions and serves as a Western States 100 qualifying race for runners who complete the 100 mile distance within the qualifying time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
