Possum's Revenge

About the Event

Possum’s Revenge is a versatile and challenging trail event held at Possum Kingdom Lake in Graford, Texas. Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, the race is organized by Blaze Trails Running and starts at Bug Beach. The event is known for its technical terrain and the variable North Texas spring weather, offering runners sweeping views of the lake alongside a mix of rocky, sandy, and rooted trails.

Race Categories and Timing

The event features six distinct distances to accommodate everyone from elite ultra-runners to those new to the trails. All races take place on Saturday morning with staggered start times.

Category	Start Time	Elevation Characteristics
69 Miler / 52 Miler	6:00 AM	~1,460 ft gain per loop
56K Ultra	6:30 AM	Technical loop format
17 Miler	7:30 AM	Single long loop
8 Miler	8:00 AM	Intermediate trail loop
4 Miler	8:30 AM	Introduction to trail terrain

Course and Environment

The "Possum" trails are notorious for their variety, providing a "best of" experience of Texas lake-country running.

- Terrain: Runners will encounter a "whole lot of everything," including technical rock gardens, exposed roots, soft sand, and steep climbs interspersed with fast, flat sections.
- Elevation: Each major loop provides approximately 1,460 feet of elevation gain, making the longer distances particularly grueling as the day warms up.
- Cupless Racing: In alignment with Blaze Trails' sustainability efforts, this is a cupless race. Runners are required to bring their own reusable hydration systems (bottles, vests, or collapsible cups).

Logistics and Policies

Blaze Trails Running emphasizes community involvement and flexible credit policies to support the local trail running scene.

- Registration: Remains open through race day, Saturday, May 16, 2026, closing at 11:59 PM CT.
- Cancellations: Runners who cancel more than 30 days out receive 100% race credit. Cancellations made between 14 and 30 days prior receive 50% credit. No credits or transfers are issued within two weeks of the event.
- Volunteering: The race offers a "work to run" program where volunteers earn credits for future events. Credits earned by family members can be transferred to the runner.
- Location: Bug Beach, Possum Kingdom Lake, Graford, TX. Detailed directions and park information are maintained at blazetrails.com.

Top Performances

The 69-mile distance is a true test of grit. William Kent holds a top performance from 2024 with a time of 11:48:25, followed closely by Meng Zhao, who has consistently placed in the top rankings across multiple years (2023 and 2024).

Races Offered

52 Miler

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 83.7K

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06:00

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$135.00

69 Miler

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 111K

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Type — Running

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06:00

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$150.00

56K

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 56K

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Type — Running

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06:30

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$120.00

17 Miler

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 27.4K

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$105.00

8 Miler

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 12.9K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$80.00

4 Miler

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 6.4K

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08:30

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$50.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Graford.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 18.1° / 29.3°

wb_sunny 17.7° / 29.0°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.8 /

water_drop 69.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 18.1° / 29.3°

wb_sunny 17.7° / 29.0°

air 12.8 km/h

water_drop 69.3%

About Graford

Learn more about the host city, Graford.

Graford is a city in Palo Pinto County, Texas, United States. The population was 669 at the 2020 census.

Hotels & Places to Stay

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