Brazos Bend 50 – Needville, TX 2026

***THIS IS THE APRIL EVENT*** Registration and information for the December edition (100M, 100K, 26.2M, and 13.1M): Brazos Bend 100 Description Get ready for the April edition of one of the most popular trail races in Texas — Brazos Bend! Headlined by the marquee 50-mile, this event also features the 50K, 25K, 10K, and 5K, making it the perfect race for everyone from first-time trail runners to experienced ultrarunners chasing PRs. Brazos Bend is known as the fastest trail course in Texas — flat, smooth, and built for big performances. With just about 10 feet of elevation gain, you’ll cruise across a mix of crushed rock paths, shaded singletrack, and wide, runnable horse trails. Expect warm Texas spring weather with the potential for cool, comfortable starts before the day heats up. Located just south of Houston near Sugar Land, Brazos Bend State Park delivers a truly unique race setting. The park is rich with wildlife, including its famous American alligators. Don’t worry — they’re us