
Mountain Lakes Mania 5K & 10K is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Bluff Dale, TX, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
From the Organizer
The Mountain Lakes Ranch Social Committee is excited to kick off the fifth 5K/10K Mountain Lakes Mania. This is one of the most challenging 10K courses in Texas! The race will begin at the Fitness Track on Beacon Lake Drive. All race proceeds directly support the social events at MLR. These events include the quarterly breakfasts, summer picnic, game nights and holiday celebrations. This event features an early registration themed race shirt, provides official chip time results by RACE DAY EVENT SERVICES, and takes participants on a challenging scenic route through MLR.
Registration:
Pre-registration (before October 27th)
10K: $30 per person ages 12 and up; t-shirt guaranteed (11 and under $25)
5K: $25 per person ages 12 and up; t-shirt guaranteed (11 and under $20)
After October 27th and race day registration:
10K: $35 per person ages 12 and up; no t-shirt (11 and under $30)
5K: $30 per person ages 12 and up; no t-shirt (11 and under $25)
Sleep-In Supporter (Until October 27th only)
Only $20.00
Can’t get up that early? No worries!!! Show your support from the comfort of home in your jammies! Registrants will receive a t-shirt, but will not be assigned a bib or be eligible for awards. Your packet will be available at packet pick up and you must be registered by October 27th.
AWARDS
Medals will be awarded to the overall male and female, plus top three male and female finishers in the following age groups: 11 & under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
RACE DAY ITINERARY (*subject to change)
Race packet pickup 7:00 am
Race Day registration 7:00 am
10K start time 8:00
5K start time 8:30
Volunteers and Sponsors Needed:
MLR social committee will be looking for volunteers to assist with the race day (check-in, water stations, snacks). OR if you would like to be an event sponsor, contact Sheila Dove granadove@gmail.com OR Z Smith at zwriter@msn.com
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
72°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stephenville, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
979 ft
Nearest Airport
MWL
Mineral Wells Regional Airport · 34 mi
Major Hub
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport · 73 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Mountain Lakes Mania 5K & 10K
Nov 7, 2026