The Great Root Trail Race
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Event Overview
The Great Root Trail Race takes place at Big Cedar Wilderness Trails on March 7, 2026. The event offers trail races and a rucking event. The course is a single 11.2-mile loop on the trails, with distances created by completing that loop multiple times.
Event Distances
The event includes several distances and formats:
- 11M (one loop)
- 22M (two loops)
- 33M (three loops)
- 11M Ruck
- Virtual options for all four distances
Course & Terrain
The trail loop covers segments with names like Texas Sunset, SXSW, Dragonfly, Copper Head Ridge, Ranger, and Barbwire. The trails are technical with varying elevation, rocks, roots, and dirt. The loop has approximately 1,500 feet of elevation gain and loss. The race takes place on over 100 acres of cedar and hardwood forest on an escarpment, with views of landmarks like AT&T Stadium and the Fort Worth skyline.
Participant Information
Participants must bring their own hydration bottles for this cupless race. Headlamps and poles are also recommended. Runners receive a t-shirt and medal, while ruckers receive a t-shirt and challenge coin. For the rucking division, specific weights are required to be eligible for awards.
Logistics
The event address is 8701 Isom Ln in Dallas. Parking is free, with a request for cash donations to support the venue. Packet pickup is available on the Thursday and Friday before the race at different locations, and on race morning. Proceeds from the event support The Great Root Movement nonprofit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
