Hells Hills Trail Race
Smithville, Texas, United States
Apr 3, 2027 - Saturday
10k, 25k, 50k, 50mi, Ultra
Race Report
Here we ran at the 2024 Hells Hills Trail Run put on by Tejas Trails. They had various distances, but I did the 25k. It was a pretty cool route, excellent people, good scenery. I didn't die.
2024 Hells Hills Trail Run - 25k - Tejas Trails
Race Information
The Hells Hills Trail Run has a deceivingly tough course at a really fun and easily accessible venue. If you are looking for your first trail run or to go further than ever before, come out and enjoy this beautiful course with stream crossings, pine trees, hill country flowers, and a whole lot of fun, passionate folks waiting to help you reach your goal. For many, this long-standing event has become an annual reunion of friends, old and new. You won't be in a hurry to leave, especially if the wildflowers are popping. Options include a 50-mile, 50km, 25km, and 10km, plus a 1-mile youth run.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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