Galveston Ultra Trail 50K
Hard-packed sand replaces singletrack in this point-to-point 50K along the Galveston Island shoreline, run west to east with sunrise over the Gulf.
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Quick facts
- Point-to-point 50K along the Galveston shoreline, mostly on hard-packed sand.
- Sunrise start for the longer distances ahead of the coastal heat.
- Flat, fully exposed running where wind and sand firmness set the pace.
- Half marathon, 10K, 5K run and ruck, and a 50K relay share the beach venue.
2026 Galveston Ultra Trail 50K registration
Registration for the 2026 Galveston Ultra Trail 50K runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Galveston Ultra Trail 50K
Trail Racing Over Texas brings its beach-ultra format to Galveston Island, where the 50K travels the shoreline point to point while shorter distances, a 50K relay, a ruck division, and a kids run share the East Beach event area. The organizer runs a busy Texas trail calendar, and this one trades hill country dirt for open coastline.
Course
The 50K runs west to east along the beach and finishes at East Beach, with most miles on hard-packed sand near the waterline. There is no shade and almost no elevation, so wind direction and footing on softer stretches decide how fast the day feels. Shorter races use out-and-back shoreline routes around East Beach.
Race-day weather
Mid-October on the Texas coast is usually warm and humid, with starts in the 60s or 70s and steady sun once the morning burns off. The early start helps, but salt air, wind, and full exposure make fluids and sun protection matter more than temperature alone.
Past Galveston Ultra Trail 50K dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Galveston Ultra Trail 50K FAQ
When is the Galveston Ultra Trail 50K?
The 2026 Galveston Ultra Trail 50K is on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
How do I register for the Galveston Ultra Trail 50K?
Register for the Galveston Ultra Trail 50K through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/galveston-ultra-trail-50k/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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