Salmagundi Trail Race
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Salmagundi Trail Race, November 7, 2026
Salmagundi Trail Race is a trail running event held near the Pedernales River in the Texas Hill Country at 23610 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX. The course runs over rolling hills and wide trails with overlooks of the river and includes sections of double track, single track, and jeep trail.
Race distances
- 5K
- 10K
- 13.1 mi
- 26.2 mi
- 50K
Course and aid details note measured elevation gain for each distance: the 5K has about 180 feet gain and no aid stations; the 10K about 270 feet; the half marathon about 700 feet; the marathon about 1400 feet; the ultramarathon about 1670 feet. Course maps and route plans are provided by the organizer.
Awards and finishers All finishers of each race receive a finisher award. Custom finisher awards are produced by Southern Forge and Mill. Competitive awards include overall top three finishers male and female, masters 50 plus first place male and female, plus first place overall male and female in the 5K and Ruck divisions.
Ruck division rules require a mandatory weigh in before the start and at the finish. Entrants under 150 pounds must carry 20 pounds; entrants 150 pounds or more must carry 30 pounds. Required weight must be non consumable and carried in a ruck or weighted vest. Any backpack is acceptable. Trekking poles are not allowed.
Logistics Day use fee at the park is five dollars cash per person and the organizer covers participant park entry. Camping is not allowed. Amenities include port o toilets and park restrooms. Pets must be on leash. Registrations made by October 15 receive race swag; later registrants may pick up leftover swag after the event. Volunteers are offered discounts on future races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
