Conquer the Lost Pines on single-track trails along the Colorado River
📅 September 5, 2026 | 📍 McKinney Roughs Nature Park, Bastrop TX | 🏃 5K · 10K · Half · Marathon
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Trails
Miles of Trails
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Terrain
Single-Track & Fire Roads
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Ecosystems
4 Unique Biomes
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Setting
Colorado River
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Kick off your Labor Day weekend with an unforgettable trail running experience at McKinney Roughs Nature Park, a stunning 1,140-acre preserve just 13 miles east of Austin along the Colorado River. Choose from four distances that wind through the park's rolling box canyons, wildflower meadows, and towering loblolly pine forests.
This is Central Texas trail running at its finest. You'll traverse four distinct ecosystems. Post Oak Savannah, Blackland Prairie, East Texas Piney Woods, and a lush riparian corridor, all in a single race. Expect technical single-track, scenic river overlooks, and the kind of terrain that makes every mile an adventure.
Whether you're a seasoned ultra-distance trail runner taking on the full marathon, a veteran racer tackling the half, or a newcomer ready for your first 5K off-road, the Labor Day Trail Challenge has a distance for you. All finishers receive a custom medal.
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5K
3.1 miles · Beginner Friendly
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10K
6.2 miles · Intermediate
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Popular
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HALF MARATHON
13.1 miles · Intermediate
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MARATHON
26.2 miles · Advanced
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⚠️ Early bird pricing ends April 1, 2026 — prices increase $10 after that date
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T-ShirtMoisture-wicking, gender-specific cut |
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Finisher MedalCustom Lost Pines design |
| Date | Saturday, September 5, 2026 |
| Day | Labor Day Weekend |
| Start | 7:00 AM |
| Location | McKinney Roughs Nature Park |
| Address | 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX 78612 |
| Surface | Dirt / Single-Track Trail |
| Chip Timed | Yes |
| Stroller Friendly | ❌ No (trail course) |
Located on Hwy 71 just 13 miles east of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Look for the distinctive rock wall entrance with windmill on the south side of the highway. Free parking available in the main lot with additional overflow parking.
Address: 1884 State Hwy 71 West, Cedar Creek, TX 78612
Nearby Accommodations: Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa is adjacent to the park. Additional hotels available in Bastrop (8 miles east).
LABOR DAY TRAIL CHALLENGE 2026
McKinney Roughs Nature Park · Bastrop, TX · September 5, 2026
Sponsor Opportunities Available
Sep 05, 2026
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:00
$59.99
Sep 05, 2026
Distance — 6.2 Miles
Type — Running
07:00
$39.99
Sep 05, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:00
$29.99
Sep 05, 2026
Distance — 26.2 Miles
Type — Running
07:00
$79.99
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Cedar Creek.
Learn more about the host city, Cedar Creek.
Cedar Creek is a census-designated place (CDP) in Bastrop County, Texas, United States. It is located about 11 miles (18 km) west of the city of Bastrop. The community takes its name from Cedar Creek, a tributary of the Colorado River that is close to the area. Cedar Creek is home to McKinney Roughs Nature Park, which features natural landscapes and an archaeological site.
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