Crazy Desert Trail Race
San Angelo State Park hosts a fast desert trail race with dinosaurs and longhorns.
Race Date
Mar 6, 2027
Location
San Angelo, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, March 6, 2027
- Location
- San Angelo, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 100K, 50K, 26.2 Miles, 25K, 10K, 5K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 390
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Crazy Desert Trail Race invites runners to the unique landscape of San Angelo State Park in Texas. This event offers a chance to run fast desert trails, with the added intrigue of ancient dinosaur tracks and the park's resident TPWD Longhorn herd.
Now in its sixth year, the race typically sees around 72 finishers, drawing participants from about six states. While the field has trended smaller, the event is known for its fully stocked aid stations, spaced every 4-5 miles, and supported by enthusiastic volunteers. Runners can expect a challenging yet rewarding experience on the desert terrain.
Race-provided description
Are you ready to run in the 2027 Crazy Desert Trail Race?! Last year had some "exciting" weather, but we're hoping this year will be perfect like usual! Join us at the amazing San Angelo State Park, home to some fast desert trails, dinosaur (actually permian!) tracks, and the TPWD Longhorn herd!! The Crazy Desert Trail Race prides itself on fully stocked aid stations with amazing volunteers every 4-5 miles! More information at crazydesert.org
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, March 6, 2027
Start Time
8:45 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Shady Trail, San Angelo, TX, 76901
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Desert, Park
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick406 years running
~72 finishers a year
shrinking
8% returning runners
4 timing sources
runners from 6 states
winner 1:55:27
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
16 mph
Wind
52%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 390 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
390
Median time
2:44:21
Latest turnout
48
States
22
Turnout by year
2014–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Crazy Desert Trail Race?
The Crazy Desert Trail Race is held on Saturday, March 6, 2027, starting at 8:45 AM.
Where does the Crazy Desert Trail Race take place?
It takes place in San Angelo, Texas.
What distances does the Crazy Desert Trail Race offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 100K, 50K, 26.2 Miles, 25K, 10K, 5K.
Is the Crazy Desert Trail Race course flat and good for a PR?
The Crazy Desert Trail Race is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Crazy Desert Trail Race?
HalfRuns has finish records for 390 runners who have completed the Crazy Desert Trail Race.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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