01Jan
1/2 Marathon
Running
- Distance
- 1/2 Marathon
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $69.99
Lake Travis New Years Trail Challenge (Ruck options available)- 100K | 50K | 25K | Half-Marathon | 10K | 5K
Marble Falls,
Texas,
United States
54 days left
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Date
01 Jan – 02 Jan, 2027
Races
11 distances
Entry fee
$29.99 – $109.99
Runner rating
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Website
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Lake Travis New Years Trail Challenge (Ruck options available)- 100K | 50K | 25K | Half-Marathon | 10K | 5K
About the event
NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION
Start the year with a finish, not a resolution. Ring in the New Year on the Trails of Shaffer Bend Park
100K & 50K ULTRA
25K RUN & RUCK
13.1M
10K
5K
Challenge yourself with crystal-clear Colorado River views and limestone bluff trails
A CELEBRATION OF RUNNING
Ring in the new year with vigor and community spirit at this celebratory running event at Shaffer Bend Park! Challenge yourself with an ultramarathon or another race distance against the beautiful backdrop of the Colorado River. This event features six race options and caters to both seasoned ultrarunners and first-timers with generous cutoff times for all distances.
100K & 50K ULTRAMARATHON
Race Details
Join us for an exhilarating race day where you'll not only challenge your limits but also enjoy a dynamic and ever-changing course layout! The welcoming environment encourages participants of all paces and fitness levels to take on their next running challenge. Adventure awaits on these scenic sun-bleached limestone bluffs and verdant courses.
- Distance: 62.2 and 31.1 miles (looped course design on trails and along the river)
- Cutoff Time: 24 hours
- Elevation: 512 ft gain / 531 ft loss per loop
Need help planning your race strategy? Visit fitfoundation.org/new-year-trail-challenge for our interactive pace calculator and find the perfect pace for your New Year's Day adventure!
25K TRAIL RUN/RUCK
25K Race Details
For those seeking a shorter yet challenging distance, kick off your new year with an epic trail ultrarunning experience that takes you through varied natural scenery!
- Distance: 15.5 miles
- Cutoff Time: 12 hours
- Terrain: Varied natural scenery and trails
- Note: Running/hiking poles are recommended
13.1M Half-Marathon
The looped course winds through picturesque areas, highlighting river views, and gentle inclines, suitable for both new and experienced runners.
13.1M & 25K Ruck Division
- Weight Requirements: 20 lbs minimum (under 150 lb participants) / 30 lbs minimum (over 150 lb participants)
- Verification: Weights checked at start and finish
- Cutoff Time: 12 hours
- Course: Same scenic 13.1M & 25K route
TRAIL 5K &10K: RUN OR RUCK
Start Your Year on the Right Foot
Kick off your New Year with an invigorating trail run through scenic natural terrain. This 5K adventure combines the energy of a fresh start with the serenity of nature, making it the perfect way to launch your New Year's fitness journey.
Begin your year immersed in nature as you wind through wooded trails, taking in breathtaking vistas. Our well-marked 5K course features natural terrain, offering both challenge and inspiration for runners and hikers of all levels.
Option: Complete as a run or ruck (weighted backpack) - your choice!
RING IN THE NEW YEAR ON THE TRAILS
Challenge yourself in the beauty of Shaffer Bend Park - choose your distance and start your year with an achievement!
REGISTER NOW
Races offered
01Jan
1/2 Marathon Ruck
Running
- Distance
- 1/2 Marathon Ruck
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $69.99
01Jan
100K Ultramarathon
Running
- Distance
- 62.2 Miles
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $109.99
01Jan
10K
Running
- Distance
- 10K
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $39.99
01Jan
10K Ruck
Running
- Distance
- 10K
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $39.99
01Jan
25K Ruck Division
Running
- Distance
- 13.1 Miles
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $69.99
01Jan
25K Trail Run
Running
- Distance
- 25K
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $69.99
01Jan
50K Ultramarathon
Running
- Distance
- 31.1 Miles
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $89.99
01Jan
5K Ruck
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $29.99
01Jan
5K Run/Walk
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $29.99
01Jan
Pacer Registration
Running
- Distance
- Pacer Registration
- Start time
- 10:00
- Entry fee
- $29.99
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for January in Marble Falls.
Temperature4.3° / 15.2°
Feels like0.2° / 11.6°
Sunshine hours7h 19m
Rainfall2.0 mm
Snowfall—
Wind11.5 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity61.1%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise08:28
Sunset18:54
About Marble Falls
Learn more about the host city, Marble Falls.
Marble Falls is a city in Burnet County, Texas, United States. As of the 2020 United States Census, the city population was 7,037. The 2024 population was estimated to be 9,413. Lake Marble Falls is part of the Highland Lakes on the Colorado River, the largest chain of lakes in Texas. Marble Falls was founded by Adam Rankin Johnson in 1887, a former Indian fighter and Confederate general.
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Race results
Official finishing times from previous editions of Lake Travis New Years Trail Challenge (Ruck options available)- 100K | 50K | 25K | Half-Marathon | 10K | 5K.
| Place | Name | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Mohammad Aref | 14:57:00 |
| 🥇 | Jason Fulton | 1:47:54 |
| 🥇 | Brandon Frye | 1:49:41 |
| 🥇 | Stephen Flores | 2:56:36 |
| 🥇 | Deen Coleman | 3:42:59 |
| 🥇 | Brian Henslee | 56:37 |
| 🥈 | Kirsten Borrmann | 2:27:53 |
| 🥈 | Carlen Long | 57:02 |
| 🥉 | Santo Fortebuono | 2:33:42 |
| 🥉 | Deepak Subramanian | 59:08 |
| 4 | Juan Adame | 1:01:43 |
| 4 | Alexis Hernandez | 2:57:04 |
| 5 | Subu Subramanian | 1:02:21 |
| 5 | Kathy Fortebuono | 2:57:09 |
| 6 | Maggie Birchman | 1:07:22 |
| 6 | Mia Alfonso | 3:22:02 |
| 7 | Gary Gorrell | 1:08:12 |
| 7 | Jerome Anderson | 3:23:17 |
| 8 | Michael Alleman | 1:08:57 |
| 8 | Emily Contreras | 3:23:46 |
| 9 | Althea Adame | 1:12:11 |
| 9 | Sirr Jackson | 3:23:46 |
| 10 | Maitreyi Ashok | 1:13:44 |
| 10 | Rebecca Keating | 3:51:41 |
| 11 | Elvira Garza | 1:14:58 |
| 12 | Katie Taughinbaugh | 1:18:00 |
| 13 | Lucas Fiur | 1:18:19 |
| 14 | Julia Robinson | 1:18:41 |
| 15 | Naveen Subramanian | 1:19:31 |
| 16 | Ellie Sheahan | 1:22:28 |
| 17 | Ryan Franco | 1:22:29 |
| 18 | Tina Fitzgerald | 1:31:59 |
| 19 | Sean Fitzgerald | 1:33:15 |
| 20 | J. Louw | 1:40:44 |
| 21 | Simone Louw | 1:40:59 |
| 22 | Jayathi Subramanian | 1:53:42 |
| 37 | Jess Wilkins | — |
| 38 | Jelita Mills | — |
| 39 | Sherri Aswell | — |
| 40 | Corey Manion | — |
| 41 | Hadley Hill | — |
| 42 | Kevin Misenheimer | — |
| 43 | Katrina Baldizan | — |
| 44 | Lorelei Misenheimer | — |
| 45 | Carsten Misenheimer | — |
| 46 | Helena Misenheimer | — |
| 47 | Michael Aswell | — |
| 48 | Iram Leon | — |
| 49 | Esteban Martinez-Cabello | — |
| 50 | Leo Swaldi | — |
| 51 | Ethan Balsamo | — |
| 52 | Matthew Grey | — |
| 53 | Nagisa Yamahatsu | — |
| 54 | Leora Shein | — |
| 55 | Chikage Windler | — |
| 56 | Montse Anderson | — |
| 57 | Jack Bendel | — |
| 58 | Kimberly Prudhomme | — |
| 59 | Tammy Killebrew | — |
| 60 | Rebecca Hauck | — |
| 61 | Andrew Hauck | — |
| 62 | Barrett Clark | — |
| 63 | Vernalis Tinoco | — |
| 64 | P Sbruce | — |
| 65 | Kristina Cervone | — |
| 66 | Dominic Distefano | — |
| 67 | Grace Erdman | — |
| 68 | Mallory Harkins | — |
| 69 | Katie Deolloz | — |
| 70 | Minel Diaz | — |
| 71 | Adalberto Gonzalez | — |
| 72 | Kevin Ross | — |
| 73 | Rodolfo Rocha | — |
| 74 | Elena Berger | — |
| 75 | August Hoyt | — |
| 76 | Hayden Hoyt | — |
| 77 | Darrell Crain | — |
| 78 | Harper Hill | — |
| 79 | Paul Schrieber | — |
| 80 | Andrew Hill | — |
| 81 | Katie Towle | — |
| 82 | Christian Merx | — |
| 83 | Tyler Anderson | — |
| 84 | Andrew Anderson | — |
| 85 | Brent Jakubec | — |
| 86 | Bryan Standley | — |
| 87 | Sol Nieves | — |
| 88 | William Kellagher | — |
| 89 | Amanda Hostetter | — |
| 90 | Andrea O | — |
| 91 | Anton Simorov | — |
| 92 | Aya Yamahatsu | — |
| 93 | Holly Swaldi | — |
| 94 | Alex Winslow | — |
| 95 | Tommy Lee | — |
| 96 | Kari Bourgeois | — |
| 97 | Nancy Ejuma | — |
| 98 | Emily Delatte | — |
| 99 | James Delatte | — |
| 100 | Micah Bowie | — |
| 101 | Amy Newland | — |
| 102 | Gretchen Misenheimer | — |
| 103 | Mary Anderson | — |
| 104 | Crystal Misenheimer | — |
| 105 | Aaron Newland | — |
| 106 | Stacey Anderson | — |
| 107 | Lander Hill | — |
| 108 | Candice Hill | — |
| 109 | Ashley Adams | — |
| 110 | Julie Tollemache | — |
| 111 | Edith Orozco | — |
| 112 | Lindsey Aswell | — |
| 113 | Sevyn Cramer | — |
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