Events
50-Miler Ultra
1/2 Marathon
10K Bluebonnet Trail Race
5K Bluebonnet Trail Race
Description
Turkey Bend Bluebonnet Trail Run
Benefits: HKRS Cedar Park's Fall and Spring Youth Running Programs
Experience the Beauty of Texas Bluebonnets in Full Bloom!
Join us for the Turkey Bend Bluebonnet Trail Race, where nature's most spectacular display 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!
Place
4000 Shaw Dr.,
Marble Falls, TX US 78654
5K Course: The Bluebonnet "Triple Crown"
Terrain: Fast, flat double-track trail and rolling meadow paths.
Description: Get ready for the most scenic 5K in the Texas Hill Country! The Bluebonnet 5K is a fast, spectator-friendly course designed to keep you immersed in the wildflowers from start to finish.
The route follows a beautiful 1.14-mile circuit at Turkey Bend, circling a massive peninsula of blooming bluebonnets. With the Colorado River shimmering to your right, you’ll tackle three laps of this stunning loop. Because the course is flat and wide, it’s perfect for runners of all levels, whether you’re looking to set a trail PR or just want to capture the perfect race-day selfie.
Your fans and family will have a front-row seat to the action, as you’ll pass through the main festival area and aid station at the start of every lap!
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10K Course: The Triple Bend Challenge
Terrain: Technical single-track, rolling cedar groves, and riverfront flats.
Description: Experience the full diversity of Turkey Bend in our signature "Triple Loop" 10K. This 6.3-mile course is designed for those who want a true Hill Country trail experience. Each of your three laps will take you on a journey through high-desert-style brush, shaded technical single-track, and wide-open meadows currently blanketed in bluebonnets.
With roughly 100 feet of climbing per lap, you’ll feel the burn on the rolling inclines before being rewarded with sweeping, panoramic views of the Colorado River.
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Half Marathon Course: The Turkey Bend Epic
Course Flow: 1 Full Big Loop (10.41 miles) +3 Laps of the Peninsula Circuit (5K Course).
Terrain: A mix of technical single-track and fast, flat riverfront meadows.
Course Description
This premier distance offers a "tale of two trails". Runners start by tackling the Big Loop, a 10.41-mile trek that dives deep into the rugged Turkey Bend backcountry. This section is characterized by technical climbs, rocky switchbacks, and dense cedar groves.
After conquering the high-elevation technical sections, runners return to the riverfront for the final act. Transitioning onto the Peninsula Circuit, you will complete your final mileage on a fast, flat 1.1-mile loop that cuts directly through the park’s most vibrant bluebonnet fields. It is a stunning, high-speed finish where you can open up your stride and soak in the Colorado River views.
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Marathon Course: The Turkey Bend Ultra-Double
Description: The Bluebonnet Marathon is the ultimate test of endurance and Hill Country grit. This "Double-Double" course features two massive laps of the 10.41-mile Big Loop, taking you deep into the technical backcountry of Turkey Bend. You’ll tackle the limestone climbs and rocky switchbacks twice, testing your legs on the park's most rugged terrain.
Once you’ve conquered the hills, the race shifts gears. You will finish with the 10K course (three laps of our 2.1-mile circuit). This final section transitions from the woods to the waterfront, giving you three scenic passes through the bluebonnet fields and along the Colorado River.
50K Course: The Turkey Bend Triple Threat
The 50K "Triple Threat" is the crown jewel of the Bluebonnet Trail Run. This is a true endurance test through the heart of Turkey Bend. You’ll tackle three full laps of the 10.41-mile Big Loop, meaning you’ll face the technical switchbacks and the steady "Big Loop" climbs three separate times.
Each lap offers a mix of rugged backcountry challenges and breathtaking views of the Colorado River. By the third lap, those blooming bluebonnets will be your best friends, guiding you home to the finish line. This is a course for those who want to earn every single mile!
50-Mile Course: The Turkey Bend Quad-Century
The 50-Miler is the ultimate endurance test at Turkey Bend. This course is a true grind through the best (and toughest) trails the park has to offer. You’ll start with four massive laps of the 10.41-mile Big Loop. This means four trips up the climbs and four technical descents through the rugged backcountry.
After completing your 41-mile mountain odyssey, you’ll transition to the riverfront for the final stretch. To bring it home, you'll complete four laps of the 2.1-mile circuit. These final miles take you through the bluebonnet meadows and along the Colorado River.
Athlete Guide: The "Transition Zone" Policy
When you finish your 4th and final Big Loop of the 10.4-mile course, you will enter the Peninsula Transition Zone.
Check-In: You must check in with the timer to confirm your 4th loop is complete.
The Final 8.4: You will then head out for 4 laps of the 2.1-mile Peninsula Circuit.
The Reward: These laps are flat, fast. Use this section to find your second wind and bring it home for your 50-mile finish!
We want to make sure you get your full 50-mile finish!
To hit the 9:00 PM cutoff for the whole event, we need you off the technical backcountry hills by 7:30 or 8:00 so you have time for those final loops by the river.
Race Safety & Cut-Off Policy
To ensure the safety of all athletes and to respect our park permits and teams, the following cut-offs will be strictly enforced. The course officially closes at 9:00 PM.
The "Hard" Cut-Off: 4:30 PM
Any 50-Mile or 50K runner who has not started their final 10.41-mile Big Loop by 4:30 PM will not be permitted to continue on that section of the course.
Note: Runners reaching this point after 4:30 PM may be offered the option to complete their remaining mileage on the 2.1-mile Peninsula Circuit to receive a "Finisher" medal (non-competitive).
Mandatory Headlamp Rule: 6:30 PM
The sun sets quickly over the Colorado River. Starting at 6:30 PM, all runners still on the course MUST have a functional headlamp or waist light. * Volunteers will be checking for lights at the main aid station. No light = No lap. Safety is our priority!
Course Closure: 9:00 PM
At 9:00 PM, the timing mat will be pulled, and the course will be officially closed. Any runners still on the 2.1-mile loop at this time will be swept into the finish area by our sweep team.
Custom Medal
Unique Finisher Medal
Every finisher receives a beautiful handcrafted wooden medal featuring bluebonnet designs - a perfect memento of your Texas Hill Country adventure!
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