Event Description

🌿 HOUSTON ULTRA TRAIL

📍 Memorial Park | Houston, Texas
📅 February 13, 2027

The Houston Ultra Trail by Trail Racing Over Texas brings a true trail running experience to the heart of Houston—and the first official trail race at the iconic Memorial Park.

Run, walk, or ruck through Memorial Park’s natural surface trail system with distances for every level—from your first trail race to your first ultra.

Whether you're coming off the Houston Marathon or chasing your next endurance challenge, this is your opportunity to step beyond the pavement and into the trails.

👉 Your first ultra starts here.

Interested in the Galveston Ultra Trail on October 17th, 2026? CLICK HERE

🌵 New to Trail Racing Over Texas Events?

Welcome y’all—we’re happy you’re here.
If this is your first trail race, you picked the right one.

Trail Racing Over Texas events are designed to be challenging, welcoming, and community-driven. We are a family-run local business actively involved in a lifelong pursuit of running.

🤝 A Supportive Atmosphere

• Friendly and encouraging
• Beginner-welcoming
• Community-focused

Everyone—from first-time runners to experienced ultra athletes—is part of the same experience.

Don’t get us wrong—we love a good race too. We recognize top finishers and follow World Athletics / USATF standards where applicable. While trail courses can’t be certified, we ensure accurate distances.

🌲 Real Trail Running

• Natural surface trails (dirt, roots, some sand)
• Flowing singletrack
• Minimal pavement
• A course that keeps you engaged the entire time

You’ll forget you’re in the city.

💧 Fully Supported Aid Stations

• Water & electrolytes (NeverSecond)
• Sweet & salty snacks
• Ultra-friendly fuel for longer distances
• Ice cooling buckets (when needed)

Our volunteers are there to help keep you moving and motivated.

🔁 Runner-Friendly Format

• Loop-based design
• Easy access to aid and gear
• Great for first-time ultra runners
• Minimal congestion between distances

This format removes much of the uncertainty of ultra running—making it one of the best ways to go beyond marathon distance for the first time.

🎉 Finish Line Experience

• High-energy finish
• Music and community vibes
• Finisher medals for all
• Belt buckles for 50 Mile finishers 🔥

Stay for the day—it’s common for runners to connect long after finishing.

🧠 Well-Organized, Thoughtful Racing

• Clear course markings
• Smooth logistics
• Leave No Trace respect for the park

🌟 You Belong Here

Whether you're running your first trail race, stepping up from a marathon, or looking for community—you’re in the right place.

🏃 Distances for Everyone

• 50 Mile
• 50K
• 25K
• 10K
• 5K
• Free Kids K

From beginners to experienced ultra runners, this event is designed to be approachable, fun, and challenging.

🌲 Course Experience

• Natural surface singletrack trails
• Flowing loops through Bayou Wilds
• Minimal pavement
• Fully supported aid stations
• Central loop-based format

This is a true trail race—without leaving Houston.
You’ll forget you’re in the city.

Course marking will be frequent and highly visible—no guesswork required.

🔁 Loop Format

• Central start/finish hub
• Easy access to aid and drop bags
• Ideal for first-time ultra runners

💥 From Marathon to Ultra

Just ran the Houston Marathon?

You’re already almost to an ultra.

This event is perfectly timed to build off your marathon fitness and take the next step.

• Post-marathon recovery + build plan
• Guidance for your first ultra
• Supportive race environment

No guesswork. Just a clear path to going further than you ever have before.

📅 2027 Race Schedule

• 6:00 AM – 50 Mile
• 7:00 AM – 50K
• 7:30 AM – 25K
• 8:00 AM – 10K
• 8:30 AM – 5K
• 12:00 PM – Kids K

Staggered starts reduce congestion and improve the trail experience.

🗺️ Course Description

• Blue / Purple / Orange singletrack trails
• Bayou Wilds trail system
• Minimal road crossings
• One controlled crossing at South Picnic Lane

Aid stations approximately every 4–5 miles.

💧 Aid Stations

• Main (Start/Finish)
• Crestwood / Memorial Trailhead
• Picnic Loop

🚗 Parking Info

Primary parking: Cullen Running Trails Center

⚠️ Parking is limited—carpooling is strongly encouraged.

Plan ahead and arrive early.

🎁 Runner Perks

• Finisher medals
• 50 Mile belt buckles 🔥
• Race shirt
• Fully stocked aid stations
• Chip timing
• Free race photos

You’ll leave with more than a medal—you’ll leave with a story.

👟 Who This Race Is For

• First-time trail runners
• Marathoners stepping up
• Experienced ultra runners
• Walkers & ruckers

🎉 Event Atmosphere

• Central race village
• Spectator-friendly
• Community-driven

🌿 READY TO STEP INTO THE TRAILS?

Be someone.