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Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K)

Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K)

Dragon Trails Summer Edition offers a challenging trail race experience in San Antonio's Pearsall Park.

Race Date

Jul 19, 2026

Location

San Antonio, TX

Quick facts

Date
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Location
San Antonio, Texas
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Atmosphere

Great MedalGreat Post Race

The Experience

Dragon Trails Summer Edition is designed to push runners with its demanding courses set within San Antonio's Pearsall Park. The flagship 25K features a two-loop route that winds through the park's hilly terrain, incorporating both challenging ascents and more forgiving stretches, with aid stations approximately every mile offering water and Gatorade.

The 10K shares much of the 25K's initial loop, turning back before the full distance, and also promises significant hills and heat. Even the 5K is touted as San Antonio's toughest, with nearly 100 feet of climbing per kilometer, ensuring a rigorous test for all participants.

All finishers receive a unique medal or tile, a race singlet, and a post-race taco breakfast. The event is officially timed, providing a competitive atmosphere for those seeking a true trail running challenge.

Race-provided description

Are you ready to test your limits, your strength, your tenacity and to accomplish one of the hardest races of your life. Well you have come to the right place. Dragon trails will challenge you through the trails at pearsall park. We have three races for you to choose from  First choice and the most challenging is the Great Dragon 25k Trail race which has a 2 loop course through the front hills of the dragon trails and then you follow it to the back trails which are nicer to travel but are relenting with the heat. This course will have a waterstop every mile with water and gatorade for each runner.  Second choice will be the Ultimate Dragon 10K which consist of almost all the same course as the 1st loop of the 25k, only difference it turns around early near the 7th waterstop. The 10k will also have tons of hills and heat for all of our contestants. Just because its a shorter race does not mean it will not challenge everything you have to finish the event.  Third option is San Antonio's Toughest 5K with nearly 100 feet of climbing through each kilometer. This race will definitely make every other 5k you have ever run seem like a walk in the park. If you are ready to experience what true trail racing is without doing the longer distance than this will be the race for you.  All runners will receive a specific event race medal or finisher tile, a singlet with the race logo and a taco breakfast for you to enjoy post race. This event will be officially timed by our Best race timers IAAP. We will have age group awards for all events starting 19 and under and going up to 70 plus with 10 year increments for the 1st place. We will have our amazing DJ Dragon and Announcer representing and making sure you guys have a great after race party. We will also bring back our amazing photographers from J&B Photography to capture your amazing faces through the full terrain that the dragon trails has to offer.

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Park

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Hilly

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

6.2 Miles3.1 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 96°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

76°

Afternoon (High)

96°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

63%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K)?

The Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K) is held on Sunday, July 19, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM.

Where does the Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K) take place?

It takes place in San Antonio, Texas.

What distances does the Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles.

Is the Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K) course flat and good for a PR?

The Dragon trails Summer Edition (25, 10k, 5K) is a hilly, loop course course.

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