West Texas Ultra
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West Texas Ultra
The West Texas Ultra is a trail running event at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, with the South Turkey Creek Trailhead in Fritch TX as the start and finish location. The course uses remote dirt, grass, and rocky single-track trails and follows 30 miles of mapped trails on out-and-back routes where participants will pass one another.
Distances include:
- 10K
- 25K
- 50K
- 50 Mile
- 10K RUCK (25 lb minimum)
The 50 Mile course is described as rugged and hilly with about 4500 ft of elevation gain. Aid stations and water stations are located along the course (Main Aid Mile 0/15.7, Turkey Aid Mile 7.8, Water Station Mile 4/11) and provide hot and cold foods, snacks, water, electrolytes, pickle juice, and ice. Drop bag transportation to aid stations is not available; drop bags may be left at the start/finish area. A water carrying system is required for all events with minimums: 32-ounce for 50M and 50K, 16-ounce for 25K, and none required for the 10K aside from a cup or bottle for the finish. The 10K RUCK requires a 25 lb minimum load and a 16-ounce hydration minimum; a vest or sack is allowed.
Nearby camping options are listed; one campground is free and close to the start/finish and has restrooms but no showers. The event is part of the Texas Ultra Series. Finishers receive a collectible finisher medal and a long-sleeve shirt; awards are given for top finishers and other categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
