Natural Bridge Caverns Trail Run

United States flag Garden Ridge, Texas, United States

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Date 31 Jan, 2027
Races 3 distances
Entry fee $37.00 – $87.00
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Natural Bridge Caverns Trail Run

About the event

Experience the Only Race in Texas that Starts in the Belly of a Cave! Join us for a one-of-a-kind adventure through Texas's largest caverns as you descend deep into the earth and race through Pluto's Anteroom. This is not just a run; it's an exhilarating journey through the breathtaking Natural Bridge Caverns. Whether you're taking on the Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K, you'll be surrounded by nature's subterranean wonders—crystal formations, majestic rock structures, and awe-inspiring underground chambers. Race Details: Half Marathon Start Time: 7:00 AM Location: Natural Bridge Caverns, Texas Course Highlights: 5K: A single loop on jeep trails, finishing behind the NBC Village. 10K: An out-and-back course with a challenging hill, merging with the 5K route and finishing behind NBC Village. Half Marathon: A diverse course covering every type of terrain, showcasing the stunning beauty of the Hill Country. Event Perks: Finisher Medals and Award Medals Exclusive Race T-Shirt Delicious post-race food featuring Kiolbassa Sausage Race Day Timeline: 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM: Half Marathon Packet Pickup 5:30 AM – 7:00 AM: 5K & 10K Packet Pickup 6:40 AM: Half Marathon Pre-Race Meeting 6:50 AM: Half Marathon Line-Up & Walk to Cave 7:00 AM: Half Marathon Start 7:10 AM: 10K & 5K Pre-Race Meeting 7:20 AM: 10K & 5K Line-Up & Walk to Cave 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM: 10K & 5K Start 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM: 5K & 10K Awards Ceremony 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Half Marathon Awards Ceremony Packet Pickup Options: Saturday, February 7, 2026: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Natural Bridge Caverns Race Day, Sunday, February 8, 2026: Half Marathon: 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM 5K & 10K: 5:30 AM – 7:00 AM Please note: After picking up your packet on race day, you'll need to return to your car until your pre-race meeting. Attendance at the pre-race meeting is mandatory. Refund Policy: If you request a refund 14 days or more before the event, you will receive 50% of your race fee (excluding processing fees). No refunds will be issued in case of cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances (weather, emergencies). However, race packets, including shirts, will be available for pickup at a designated location.

Races offered

31Jan

10K Trail Run

Running

Distance
10K
Start time
07:30
Entry fee
$52.00
31Jan

5k Trail Run

Running

Distance
5K
Start time
07:30
Entry fee
$37.00
31Jan

Half Marathon Trail Run

Running

Distance
21.1K
Start time
07:30
Entry fee
$87.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for January in Garden Ridge.

Temperature5.7° / 15.9°
Feels like1.5° / 12.6°
Sunshine hours6h 59m
Rainfall2.4 mm
Snowfall—
Wind12.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity62.4%
Max UV indexLow (2.4)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise08:27
Sunset18:57

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