calendar_today 18 Apr, 2026
directions_bike Cycling
directions_run Running
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sell $30.00 – $130.00
The Devils River Run and Ride for Hope is a multi-discipline endurance event scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the rugged wilderness of Val Verde County, Texas. This event serves as a fundraiser for Brooke’s Blossoming Hope for Childhood Cancer Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit supporting children battling cancer globally. The race courses traverse the scenic Devils River State Natural Area, concluding at the McKenna Ranch. Notably, for the 2026 edition, both the Marathon and the 53-mile Devils River Gravel Ride have been cancelled due to ongoing pipeline construction in the area. Remaining events include a half marathon (run/ruck), mountain bike rides of varying difficulty, and shorter trail runs.
| Race Distance/Type | Start Time | Difficulty/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon | 8:00 AM | Run or Ruck options |
| Cave Well Mtn Bike | 10:00 AM | 13 Miles (Difficult) |
| Eagle Bluff Mtn Bike | 10:00 AM | 7.4 Miles (Moderately Difficult) |
| 10K & 5K Walk/Run | 9:00 AM / 11:00 AM | Open to all levels |
Del Rio is the county seat of Val Verde County, located on the United States-Mexico border, with a population of approximately 35,000 residents. The demographic profile of Del Rio is approximately 84.9% Hispanic or Latino, 12.1% White (Non-Hispanic), 1.2% Black or African American, 0.6% Asian, and 1.2% from two or more races. The median annual household income in the city is roughly $56,000. Geographically, the Devils River area is characterized by semi-arid karst topography, featuring steep limestone canyons and the crystal-clear waters of the spring-fed Devils River. The climate in mid-April in West Texas typically features average lows of 16°C (61°F) and highs of 29°C (84°F). The environment is remote and exposed, meaning participants must be prepared for dry heat and rocky, technical terrain that demands self-sufficiency.
Registration for the 2026 event closes on April 15th, with a maximum capacity of 70 participants for the half marathon and 200 for the shorter running and cycling distances. Discounts are available for military personnel, law enforcement, and students who contact organizers via official email. The event concludes with a post-race festival at McKenna Ranch featuring a community meal, live music, a vendor expo, and both silent and live auctions to support the foundation's mission. Due to the remote location—approximately 44 miles north of Del Rio—travelers are advised to plan for limited cellular service and to follow provided directions to the ranch. The current top performances record for the event includes a 5:32:59 finish by Todd Whittingslow in the 2024 marathon.
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 85.3K
Type — Cycling, Running
07:27
$65.00
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 21.1K
Type — Cycling, Running
08:00
$115.00
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 42.2K
Type — Cycling, Running
08:00
$130.00
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Cycling, Running
09:00
$50.00
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 20.9K
Type — Cycling, Running
10:00
$85.00
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 11.9K
Type — Cycling, Running
10:00
$75.00
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Cycling, Running
11:00
$30.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Del Rio.
Learn more about the host city, Del Rio.
Del Rio is a city in the Big Bend Country, across the Rio Grande from Ciudad Acuña in Mexico.
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