LABOR DAY TRAIL CHALLENGE 5K · 10K · Half · Marathon

LABOR DAY TRAIL CHALLENGE Conquer the Lost Pines on single-track trails along the Colorado River 📅 September 5, 2026   |   📍 McKinney Roughs Nature Park, Bastrop TX   |   🏃 5K · 10K · Half · Marathon Trails Miles of Trails Terrain Single-Track & Fire Roads Ecosystems 4 Unique Biomes Setting Colorado River About the Race   Kick off your Labor Day weekend with an unforgettable trail running experience at McKinney Roughs Nature Park, a stunning 1,140-acre preserve just 13 miles east of Austin along the Colorado River. Choose from four distances that wind through the park's rolling box canyons, wildflower meadows, and towering loblolly pine forests. This is Central Texas trail running at its finest. You'll traverse four distinct ecosystems. Post Oak Savannah, Blackland Prairie, East Texas Piney Woods, and a lush riparian corridor, all in a single race. Expect technical single-track, scenic river overlooks, and the kind of terrain that makes every mile an adventure. Whether you're a seasoned ultra-distance trail runner taking on the full marathon, a veteran racer tackling the half, or a newcomer ready for your first 5K off-road, the Labor Day Trail Challenge has a distance for you. All finishers receive a custom medal. 🏁 Four Distances, One Epic Course   🌿 5K 3.1 miles · Beginner Friendly   🏔️ 10K 6.2 miles · Intermediate   Popular 🔥 HALF MARATHON 13.1 miles · Intermediate   🏆 MARATHON 26.2 miles · Advanced   Event details and scheduleCourse Highlights     Lost Pines ForestRun through towering loblolly pines and eastern red cedars   River OverlooksScenic views of the Colorado River from bluff-top trails   Rolling ElevationUp to 469 ft of elevation gain on technical single-track   Aid StationsWater, electrolytes, and snacks    Wildlife Corridor4 ecosystems converge, home to 250+ bird species   Custom Finisher MedalFor all finishers 🎁 Race Swag   👕 T-ShirtMoisture-wicking, gender-specific cut   🏅 Finisher MedalCustom Lost Pines design   📍 Race Details   Date Saturday, September 5, 2026 Day Labor Day Weekend Start 7:00 AM  Location McKinney Roughs Nature Park Address 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX 78612 Surface Dirt / Single-Track Trail Chip Timed Yes Stroller Friendly ❌ No (trail course) Getting There   Located on Hwy 71 just 13 miles east of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Look for the distinctive rock wall entrance with windmill on the south side of the highway. Free parking available in the main lot with additional overflow parking. Address: 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX 78612 Nearby Accommodations: Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa is adjacent to the park. Additional hotels available in Bastrop (8 miles east).