Up Around The Bend Trail Run
Up Around The Bend trail run delivers a beautiful, difficult trail reality through Colorado Bend's waterfalls and springs.
Race Date
Feb 20, 2027
Location
Bend, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, February 20, 2027
- Location
- Bend, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 52.4 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 10K, Up Around The Bend Youth Trail Run (12 & Under)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Colorado Bend State Park, deep in the Texas Hill Country, is the setting for Up Around The Bend — a trail running weekend built around the park's waterfalls, streams, rivers, and springs. The half marathon shares the day with a 10K, full marathon, 52.4-mile ultra, and a youth trail run, so the start line hums with a mix of first-timers and seasoned ultra runners.
The course is a true trail test: the organizers promise a "beautiful & difficult trail reality," and the park's reputation for incredible rock formations and moving water means the miles are earned. This is not a road race with a dirt shoulder — expect technical terrain and honest climbing, with the reward of scenery that changes around every bend.
Afterward, runners collect cool swag and a medal that lives up to the day, with stories to tell from a course that feels far removed from everyday life. January 29 is the shirt deadline, so register early if you want the full kit.
Race-provided description
One of the coolest trail runs in Texas! Cool swag, amazing medals, and great memories are waiting for you. With all its waterfalls, streams, rivers, springs & moving water; Colorado Bend is notorious for incredible formations unique to this park! This trail running experience has been created to offer participants a beautiful & difficult trail reality. We hope this weekend provides you with something magnificent...giving you something you need ... a break from the complexities of everyday occurrences, reminding you to notice the simple & soulful aspects of life. Join us. Several distances to choose from. Many stories to tell afterward! While every racer will get some cool swag, January 29 is the deadline to get a shirt.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, February 20, 2027
Start Time
6:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
1201 Colorado Park Road, Bend, TX 76824 United States, Bend, TX, 76824
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park, Lake River
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
5 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
38°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
57%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Up Around The Bend Trail Run?
The Up Around The Bend Trail Run is held on Saturday, February 20, 2027, starting at 6:00 AM.
Where does the Up Around The Bend Trail Run take place?
It takes place in Bend, Texas.
What distances does the Up Around The Bend Trail Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 52.4 Miles, 26.2 Miles, 10K, Up Around The Bend Youth Trail Run (12 & Under).
Is the Up Around The Bend Trail Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Up Around The Bend Trail Run is a hilly, loop course course.
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