Race Overview
The North Texas Ultra is a 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K, 52 Miler, 100K run & 25K RUCK held on Fort Richardson State Park's Trailway in the foothills of North Texas. Featuring an open, scenic, historical, and paved with soft fine gravel. The race follows a 15.5-mile out & back course beginning and ending at the North Park Unit. This is one of the fastest ultra marathon courses in Texas!
Course Overview
- Surface: Soft fine gravel, open wide trail.
- Course: Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
- Elevation: Relatively flat with gains and loss of 550ft every 15.5M loop.
- Location: Fort Richardson State Park - North Park Unit
- Weather: Historic Average 35-60 degree mid-February weather.
- Pacer: Pacers are allowed on the last 2 loops of the 100K, last 2 loops of the 52M, and last loop of the 50K. Signup Here
Texas Ultra Series
This series spans all across Texas. All the finisher medals from each race combine to make the State of Texas. Anyone who finishes all the races will receive a special wooden case for all the finisher medals. (see 'website' for pictures of the finisher medals)
You can save 20% on the Texas Ultra Series by registering for a Series Pass
The Top 7 Males and Top 7 Females that run the farthest distance of a Texas Ultra race will qualify for the Big Texas Ultra 100K Championship near Austin TX for a chance to win thousands of dollars and the Big Texas Ultra Champion Title.
Location and Times
The start and finish are located at the North Park Unit of Fort Richardson State Park.
(134 trailway drive, Jacksboro, TX 76458)
Friday @Start/Finish
Early Packet Pickup - 5PM to 6PM
Saturday @Start/Finish
Packet pickup & drop bags - 5:00AM to 7:15AM
6AM - 100K Starts
6AM - Shuttle Starts for 50K, 25K, & 10K
7AM - 50K & 52M Starts (and drop bags ship to twin lakes aid station)
7:30AM - 5K, 10K, & 25K RUN & RUCK Starts
4PM - Shuttle Ends
Sunday
Cutoff - 3:00 AM (20 Hours)
RUCK:
Weight requirements
- If you weigh more than 150 lbs = 30 lb. Ruck
- If you weigh less than 150 lbs = 20 lb. Ruck
RUCK SACK OR VEST ARE ALLOWED
What You Get
RACE GEAR/AWARDS:
- North Texas Ultra Shirt
- Collectible Finisher Medals for all finishers
- 50K or 52M Inscription on Medals for 50K & 52M Finishers
- Buckle for 100K Finishers
- 1st Place awards M & F for all distances
- DFL "Dead Freakin' Last" awards for 100K
RACE EXPERIENCE:
- Aid Station Food & Hydration
- Scenic Course
- Photography
- Fully Marked/Supported Course
- Friendly & Encouraging Race Staff/Volunteers
More Information/Refunds/Discounts
For questions, please make sure you look at our Frequently Asked Questions page before contacting us. If the answer is on that page, we may not respond.
For more detailed information, including the course map, other race info, and aid stations, please visit the www.TexasOutlawRunning.com or click "Website" above. Pre-race emails are sent out 1-2 days prior to race day.
Runners may receive a full race credit to any race of their choosing with a minimum 14-day notice. Race credits cannot be transferred for notices less than 14 days. We do not offer full refunds. Receive your credit by canceling your registration. To cancel, log into Ultrasignup > Registration History and select “Edit” to cancel your race. Your credit needs to be used within one year. If you need an extended time to use your credit due to medical reasons (including pregnancy) or military deployments, please reach out beforehand.
We proudly offer discounts for all active duty military & first responders. Please email texasoutlawrunning@gmail.com with an ID of your profession to claim your discount.
Please note, Texas Outlaw Running Company does not ship out race apparel or medals if a runner does not show up for the race.
If you are registered and want to change your distance, go to your email confirmation and click on "Edit Order." You can also log into your Ultrasignup account > Registration History and select "Edit" for your race.
Event's current local time: 4:00 PM CT
