
From the Organizer
Round up your turkeys and join us for the 4th Annual Hippo Social Club Turkey "Trail" Trot on Thanksgiving morning! Choose your distance—1.1 to 3.1 miles—and come MOVE, GIVE THANKS, and CELEBRATE with friends, neighbors, and family at our post-trot party. Enjoy music, bonfire, kids zone, restoration station, sauna, cold plunge, communal interactive experiences-all included with your race entry.
Races begin at the Hippo Social Club, 3250 Limmer Loop #5. Parking is available at Christ the Rock.
All distances will take place on wide, 100% DIRT trails. THIS IS NOT A ROAD RACE! The trails feature LEAVES, ROCKS, and ROOTS, so watch your footing. Be ready for changing inclines that will challenge you along the way.
Pet-friendly (All dogs must be leashed, and please clean up after your pup). Strollers are allowed at your own discretion on the course. Important to note there is uneven terrain, roots, etc that may make stroller passage challenging.
Children are welcome with parent/guardian permission and/or adult supervision, depending on your child's ability.
Proceeds from the race will go toward the continued development, beautification, and maintenance of the Hippo Trails greenspace, creating a natural escape in the heart of Hutto and all new pajama donations will directly benefit The Pajama Program a national 501C Organization.
No refunds. Rain or shine.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
67°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Taylor 1nw, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
32,188
as of 2023
City Elevation
606 ft
Nearest Airport
AUS
Austin Bergstrom International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 4th Annual Hutto Turkey "Trail" Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain, not the pace, is the whole point.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
4th Annual Hutto Turkey "Trail" Trot
Nov 26, 2026