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Wolf Moon Stampede: Trail Running Under January's Full Moon

Breath hanging in crisp winter air. Stars overhead. A full moon lighting your path through Texas hill country. This isn't just another trail race – it's a night running adventure unlike any other.

Join us for the Wolf Moon Stampede Races, featuring two unique challenges: cruise through the 8-hour Wolf Moon Stampede, where each loop brings a new moonlit discovery, or join Wolf Moon's Last Stand, our twist on the last-person-standing format where the night belongs to the bold. Out here, strangers become friends and every finish line feels like a victory.

Wolf Moon Stampede

• Format: 8-Hour Night Trail Run/Hike
• Start Time: 10:30 PM
• End Time: 6:30 AM
• Distance: 3.3-mile marked loop course
• Goal: Complete as many laps as possible within 8 hours

Wolf Moon's Last Stand

• Format: 12-Hour Last Runner Standing
• Start Time: 7:00 PM (Feb 14)
• End Time: 7:00 AM (Feb 15) or when final runner remains
• Distance: 4.17-mile loop
• Rules: Complete one loop every hour on the hour

Twilight Express

• Format: One-Hour Time Challenge
• Start Times: Multiple options throughout the night
• End Time: Must finish within one hour of each start
• Distance: 4-mile marked loop course
• Rules: Complete loop within one hour

Twilight Express Options

• Dusk Express: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Evening Express: 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Midnight Express: 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
• Night Express: 3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
• Dawn Express: 5:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Twilight Express Achievement Levels

• Single Express: Complete any one loop
• Double Express: Complete any two loops
• Triple Express: Complete any three loops
• Full Express: Complete all five loops

Features

• Same course as main events
• Full aid station support
• Choose single or multiple attempts
• Perfect standalone challenge or add-on

Ideal For

• First-time night runners
• Crew members
• Speed challengers
• Night running novices
• Adventure seekers

Registration & Pricing

Wolf Moon Stampede

• Early Bird (through Oct 1): $45
• Regular (Oct 2 - Nov 30): $55
• Late (Jan 1 - Jan 30): $65

Wolf Moon's Last Stand

• Early Bird (through Oct 1): $55
• Regular (Oct 2 - Nov 30): $65
• Late (Jan 1 - Jan 30): $75

Twilight Express

• Early Bird (through Oct 1): $35
• Regular (Oct 2 - Nov 30): $45
• Late (Jan 1 - Jan 30): $55

Series Discount - Register here for both races (Last Stand and Stampede) and save:

• Early Bird: $80
• Regular: $100
• Late: $120

Race Day Schedule

Thursday, January 1, 2026

• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Packet pickup at the Day Use Area
• 6:00 PM: Last Stand and Twilight Express check-in opens
• 7:00 PM: Wolf Moon's Last Stand and Twilight Express start
• 9:30 PM: Stampede check-in opens
• 10:30 PM: Wolf Moon Stampede starts
• 7:00 AM (Jan 2): Course closes

Aid Stations & Support

Each loop features fully stocked aid stations at the start/finish area offering:

• Water and sports drinks
• Various snacks (fruit, cookies, breakfast bars, chips)
• Soft drinks
• Medical assistance
• Restroom facilities

What's Included

• Finisher's medal
• On-course aid stations
• Free race photos
• Park entry fee for participant

Important Policies

Required Gear

• Headlamp or flashlight (mandatory)
• Backup batteries recommended
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Water bottle or hydration pack

Event Policies

• No refunds
• Transfers allowed through December 31, 2025
• No animals allowed
• Mandatory gear check before start
• All events end at 7:00 AM
• No unofficial pacers

Camping

Limited campsites available on first-come, first-served basis. Advance booking strongly recommended.

Environmental Responsibility

We follow Leave No Trace principles:

• Stay on marked trails
• Pack out all trash
• Use designated waste bins
• No campfires
• Respect wildlife
• Be considerate of other park users

Parking Information

• Follow signage and volunteer directions
• Designated parking areas within Northshore Trails
• Early arrival recommended
• Carpooling encouraged

Join us for an unforgettable night of trail running under January's Wolf Moon. Whether you're chasing personal records or enjoying a moonlit adventure, this event offers something for every trail enthusiast.

Event's current local time: 1:12 PM CT