South Texas Ultra
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South Texas Ultra
The South Texas Ultra is a trail running event at the H.W. Lewis Ranch in the Texas Hill Country near Leakey, TX. The course runs on rugged rocky sections with some dirt and grass ATV trails and includes flat and rolling terrain plus a prominent climb on the looped course. The 50K records over 2850 feet of elevation gain and uses a roughly 10.8 mile loop.
Distances:
- 5K
- 17K
- 35K
- 50K with over 2850 feet total elevation gain
- 17K Ruck weight: 30 lb if over 150 lb, 20 lb if under 150 lb
Participants on the 50K, 35K, and 17K must carry a minimum 32-ounce carrying system and have a headlamp. The 5K should bring a water bottle if an expected finish time exceeds one hour. Pacers are allowed only for the final lap of the 50K.
Aid stations include a main station at the loop start and additional Lewis Hydration Station locations; aid offerings list hot and cold food, snacks, water, electrolytes, pickle juice, and ice. Drop bag transportation to aid stations is not provided, but drop bags may be left at the start/finish area. The ranch charges a $10 parking fee per participant payable in cash.
Onsite camping is available near the start/finish with campsite reservations offered during registration for a nightly fee. Cabin and RV campground options are also available a short drive from the ranch. Awards include a South Texas Ultra finisher medal, a race t-shirt, first place awards for each distance, a 50K DFL award, and a ruck patch. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
