Races: 100k, 50k, 25k, Youth 1 mi
When: January 10-11, 2026
Where: Hill Country State Natural Area (HCSNA) 10600 Bandera Creek Rd, Bandera, TX 78003
100k is a standalone race, starting on Saturday. With a 25 hour cutoff.
50k and 25k are on Sunday. Unless you get one of the few Saturday (non-competitive 50k slots-more info below).
Click the link below to register. No whiners, wimps, or wusses. A trail of rugged and brutal beauty where everything cuts, stings, or bites.
Western States 100 Qualifying Race Details: Runners who complete Bandera 100km within 18 hours will qualify to enter a lottery where the runners for Western States will be selected. Qualifying periods and lottery details can be found on the Western States website.
Band of Runners: We have an amazing lineup of world class aid station captains and crews, and we are proud to have Band of Runners taking care of you at the Equestrian Aid Station. You can find more info about them on their website, and tack on a donation when you sign up to race. Your donation will help get more military veterans and supplies to the annual Band of Runners Trail Camp.
If interested in sponsoring/setting up an onsite booth to sell your products or
services please email Tejas Trails at
fun@tejastrails.com