The Palo Duro Trail Run celebrates its 40th anniversary on October 18, 2025, offering stunning trail races through Palo Duro Canyon with 25K, 50K, and 50-mile distances. Expect varied terraināfrom smooth singletrack to rocky climbsāand dramatic temperature shifts, with heat often intensifying in the canyon. The course is looped, so youāll see others throughout the race and easily meet your crew. 2025 will be a "West Year"āthe traditional course direction. Pacers are allowed for the 50-mile distance on the final lap and must collect a bib at packet pickup.
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50-mile race is an epic challenge featuring four loops of rugged trail through the breathtaking Palo Duro Canyon. With nearly 7,700 feet of total elevation gain, runners will navigate a mix of rolling singletrack, sandy sections, and technical rocky terrain. The course showcases stunning views of the canyonās unique landscape, making it both a demanding and rewarding experience for ultrarunners seeking adventure and natural beauty.
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50K, taking place on October 18, 2025, offers a stunning and challenging ultramarathon experience through the heart of Palo Duro Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the U.S. Runners tackle two scenic loops on red-dirt singletrack, navigating rolling hills, rocky climbs, and sandy stretches. With around 2,400 ft of elevation gain, dramatic views, and wide temperature swings, this race is as beautiful as it is demandingāperfect for trail runners seeking a rewarding adventure.
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
The 25K Palo Duro Trail Run takes place on October 18, 2025, as part of the eventās 40th anniversary. This scenic loop course winds through the stunning Palo Duro Canyon on red dirt singletrack, offering a mix of smooth trails, sandy patches, and rocky climbs. Expect big views and big temperature swingsāso come prepared!
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The Palo Duro Trail Run 50-mile race is an epic challenge featuring four loops of rugged trail through the breathtaking Palo Duro Canyon. With nearly 7,700 feet of total elevation gain, runners will navigate a mix of rolling singletrack, sandy sections, and technical rocky terrain. The course showcases stunning views of the canyonās unique landscape, making it both a demanding and rewarding experience for ultrarunners seeking adventure and natural beauty.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50 mile is 80km long.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50 mile takes place in State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, United States.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50 mile elevation gain is 2347 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50-mile race is an epic challenge featuring four loops of rugged trail through the breathtaking Palo Duro Canyon. With nearly 7,700 feet of total elevation gain, runners will navigate a mix of rolling singletrack, sandy sections, and technical rocky terrain. The course showcases stunning views of the canyonās unique landscape, making it both a demanding and rewarding experience for ultrarunners seeking adventure and natural beauty.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50 mile is 80km long.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50 mile takes place in State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, United States.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50 mile elevation gain is 2347 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50K, taking place on October 18, 2025, offers a stunning and challenging ultramarathon experience through the heart of Palo Duro Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the U.S. Runners tackle two scenic loops on red-dirt singletrack, navigating rolling hills, rocky climbs, and sandy stretches. With around 2,400 ft of elevation gain, dramatic views, and wide temperature swings, this race is as beautiful as it is demandingāperfect for trail runners seeking a rewarding adventure.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50km is 50km long.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50km takes place in State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, United States.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50km elevation gain is 744 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50K, taking place on October 18, 2025, offers a stunning and challenging ultramarathon experience through the heart of Palo Duro Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the U.S. Runners tackle two scenic loops on red-dirt singletrack, navigating rolling hills, rocky climbs, and sandy stretches. With around 2,400 ft of elevation gain, dramatic views, and wide temperature swings, this race is as beautiful as it is demandingāperfect for trail runners seeking a rewarding adventure.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50km is 50km long.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50km takes place in State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, United States.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 50km elevation gain is 744 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
The 25K Palo Duro Trail Run takes place on October 18, 2025, as part of the eventās 40th anniversary. This scenic loop course winds through the stunning Palo Duro Canyon on red dirt singletrack, offering a mix of smooth trails, sandy patches, and rocky climbs. Expect big views and big temperature swingsāso come prepared!
The Palo Duro Trail Run 25km is 25km long.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 25km takes place in State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, United States.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 25km elevation gain is 372 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
The 25K Palo Duro Trail Run takes place on October 18, 2025, as part of the eventās 40th anniversary. This scenic loop course winds through the stunning Palo Duro Canyon on red dirt singletrack, offering a mix of smooth trails, sandy patches, and rocky climbs. Expect big views and big temperature swingsāso come prepared!
The Palo Duro Trail Run 25km is 25km long.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 25km takes place in State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, United States.
The Palo Duro Trail Run 25km elevation gain is 372 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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