Trail Running

Big Bend Ultra

Trail Running covering 10 km to 80 km in Terlingua (Texas, United States)

LocationTerlingua, Texas, United StatesShow on map(29.3216° N, 103.6160° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,040 m

Big Bend Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Terlingua, Texas, US focused on Trail Running. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Desert.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including 80 km (80 km, +3,040 m D+), 50 km (50 km, +1,900 m D+), 30 km (30 km, +1,140 m D+), 20 km (20 km, +760 m D+), and 10 Km (10 km, +380 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailroots.com).

Official website
Big Bend Ultra in Terlingua (Work: "LSRA Dunes Landscape", Photo: BLMUtah, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"LSRA Dunes Landscape" · Photo: BLMUtah · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadDesert

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
80 kmTrail Running80 km+3,040 m620 m - 1,897 mLoop courseRoute & profile
50 kmTrail Running50 km+1,900 m623 m - 1,421 mLoop courseRoute & profile
30 kmTrail Running30 km+1,140 m626 m - 1,105 mLoop courseRoute & profile
20 kmTrail Running20 km+760 m629 m - 948 mLoop courseRoute & profile
10 KmTrail Running10 km+380 m632 m - 792 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
80 km
Elevation gain
+3,040 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,040 m D-
Altitude range
620 m - 1,897 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
80 km+3,040 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS29.3216° N, 103.6160° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,897 m above sea level (+3,040 m D+, -3,040 m D-)

Peak: 1,897 m·at 45.5 km·Ø 7.6 %
620 m1,046 m1,471 m1,897 m0 km16 km32 km48 km64 km80 km1,897 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Big Bend Ultra take place?

Big Bend Ultra takes place in Terlingua, Texas, US (start area at coordinates 29.3216° N, 103.616° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Big Bend Ultra?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including 80 km (80 km, +3,040 m D+), 50 km (50 km, +1,900 m D+), 30 km (30 km, +1,140 m D+), 20 km (20 km, +760 m D+), and 10 Km (10 km, +380 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Big Bend Ultra?

The main competition (80 km over 80 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,040 m of elevation gain and -3,040 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,897 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Big Bend Ultra?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailroots.com).