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Bluebonnet Trail Run 50 Miler • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K

Date
March 28, 2027
Distance
50-Miler Ultra · 50K · Marathon & more
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From the Organizer

Bluebonnet Trail Run: The Million Bluebonnets Run

Benefits: HKRS Cedar Park's Fall and Spring Youth Running Programs

 

Turkey Bend Bluebonnet Trail Race

One run. One million bluebonnets. One epic finish line.

Experience the Beauty of Texas Bluebonnets in Full Bloom!

A million reasons to run! Join us for the Bluebonnet Trail Run, where nature's most spectacular display of millions of Texas bluebonnets provides the backdrop for an unforgettable running experience. Set against the stunning shores of Lake Travis at Turkey Bend Recreation Area, this event offers something for everyone - from serious trail runners to families looking for outdoor fun.

Race Details:

Choose your adventure:

  • 50M, 50K, 26.2M, 13.1M & 10K Trail Run - Challenge yourself on diverse terrain featuring lake views, wooded paths, and breathtaking bluebonnet meadows. Camping sites are available which you can reserve here
  • 5K Trail Run - Enjoy a moderately challenging route perfect for recreational runners of all levels

Why Participate?

  • Stunning Scenery: Experience bluebonnet season in one of Texas Hill Country's most beautiful natural settings
  • Community Spirit: Connect with fellow nature and running enthusiasts
  • Support Local Youth: Your optional donations directly benefit the HKRS Cedar Park's youth running programs
  • Beautiful Course: All routes are designed to showcase the natural beauty of Turkey Bend
  • Custom Medal: All participants receive a unique finisher's medal 

A Run with Purpose

Your registration directly supports HKRS Cedar Park. After deducting event expenses, net proceeds from the Bluebonnet Trail Race will be donated to HKRS Cedar Park. These funds will support youth running programs in Cedar Park, including equipment, registration assistance for families in need, and program development. Your participation helps ensure every child has the opportunity to participate in healthy, active lifestyle programs - building confidence, friendships, and lifelong healthy habits.

You can also donate directly to HKRS Cedar Park here

How does your money help?

Limited financial resources, lack of access to youth sports programs, social isolation, and barriers to healthy lifestyle activities are just some of the challenges young people face in accessing running programs. Through HKRS Cedar Park's 5-week fall and spring running series, and having a supportive community presence, HKRS Cedar Park helps kids build confidence, develop healthy habits, and overcome obstacles to active living. HKRS Cedar Park is part of a nationally recognized organization. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit it offers registration assistance to ensure all children can participate regardless of their family's financial situation, and anyone can access their programs including families new to running. All of their programs are welcoming, inclusive, and tailored to each individual child's age and ability level. Your money helps to do this.

Note: Due to the seasonal nature of bluebonnets, this event is scheduled during peak bloom time. Trail conditions are weather-dependent, and routes may be adjusted to protect natural areas.

The Bluebonnet Trail Run is managed and organized by Fit Foundation volunteers in aid of Healthy Kids Running Series Cedar Park youth programs. 

Register today and secure your spot for this unique Texas Hill Country experience!

 

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Weather

Typical Conditions

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

75°

Typical Low

52°

Chance of Rain

24%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Burnet Muni Ap, 11 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:28 AMSunset 7:50 PMDaylight 12h 22m

Host City

About Marble Falls, TX

Population

7,255

as of 2023

Elevation

806 ft

Nearest Airport

GRK

Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield · 43 mi

Major Hub

AUS

Austin Bergstrom International Airport · 45 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

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Race
Bluebonnet Trail Run 50 Miler • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K
Date
March 28, 2027

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.

Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.

The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.

How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.

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Running

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Bluebonnet Trail Run 50 Miler • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K?
Bluebonnet Trail Run 50 Miler • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K is a running race held in Marble Falls, Texas on March 28, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Bluebonnet Trail Run 50 Miler • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K?
Sunday, March 28, 2027 in Marble Falls, Texas at Turkey Bend Recreation Area, Marble Falls, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Bluebonnet Trail Run 50 Miler • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Bluebonnet Trail Run 50 Miler • 50K • Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K

Mar 28, 2027

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