
From the Organizer
March 20, 2027.
Welcome to Hutto, TX, home of the hippos! We have partnered with the coolest people ever, founders of the Hippo Social Club and Patriot Sports & Fitness to bring to you the Hippo Trail Fest! They are welcoming us into their fitness and well-being facility, which happens to sit on the edge of their beautiful, wooded, rolling trail system in their backyard. You can expect a lot of extra fun surrounding this trail party! The Hippo Social Club will have their amenities open to all racers and spectators, including mobility and stretching resources, cold plunge pools, sauna, games, and some great pre- and post-race food, drinks, and fun to enjoy!
While every racer will get some cool swag, February 23rd is the deadline to get a shirt.
During registration, we are collecting $10 for the land use fee.
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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
73°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
27%
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
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hippo Trail Fest, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Lemonade Dash Austin
Less than a mile away
Popsicle Dash Austin
Less than a mile away
Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Pflugerville, TX (30)
6 miles away
Watermelon Dash Austin
Less than a mile away
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.
Mud, obstacles, and miles. Raw fitness meets mental grit in a way no other sport matches.
Covering a distance on foot under a weighted rucksack — from timed solo challenges to longer team events.
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)
Hippo Trail Fest
Mar 20, 2027