Wild Canyon Ultra
ECO SERIES CANYONS
Caprock Canyons State Park, Quitaque Texas
5k, 10k, 25k, 50k
April 12, 2025
Eco Trail Race
5k, 10k, 25k, 50k
Experience the rugged terrain, vibrant red earth tones, desert flowers and stunning views of Caprock Canyons State Park. The trails offer adventures deep into the rocky canyons and onto majestic ridges.
Volunteer
Join the Fun
As a Volunteer, you are the person that gives the runner the support and motivation to continue. We know how important each of you are to the entire day and promise you a fun and rewarding experience.
Sponsor
Great Opportunity
This is a great opportunity to share your company, brand and services with a large and targeted group. As a sponsor of one or more events, you can select from the multiple sponsorship levels available.
The Race
The Course
There's no other race in Texas like this - and not many in the US for that matter. The race takes place on a rocky single track trail that loops the course. You'll experience red rock canyons and buffalo herds that roam wild. You'll run through prairie dog towns on a course that's beautiful yet tough and rugged; down to the canyon's bottom and up to cliff tops with a 100 mile view.
Don't miss the chance to run with Bison as the park is home to the Texas State Bison Herd and is the state’s largest herd.
Start and Finish Times
Located at the Lake Theo Pavilion
7:00 am 25k, 50k
8:00 am 5k, 10k
CUTOFFS - SATURDAY
3:00 pm 5k, 10k, 25k
4:00 pm 50k
RACE BRIEFINGS - begin 10 minutes prior to race start time, at the start line
RACES START - on the scheduled time for each distance and late starts are not accommodated
Competitions
YES - this race is part of the Texas Trail Running Eco Series - Eco Challenge
Course Markings
Races are marked with in-ground flagging and directional signage for each distance
Course Map
OTHER MAPS AND GUIDES
View park maps and explore the trails via the interactive map.
Course Difficulty
4 = Moderate to Strenuous course with some technical terrain and steep climbing
Results
Registration
RACE DAY
Registration will remain open until the start of each distance - unless the race is Sold Out.
A runner can step up or down in race distance up until the official race start time. After race start, changes in distances result in a DNF.
Change your distance online now
Early Registration Discounts
Sign up early to get the best pricing.
Last day for each price break is:
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Best Discount - November 30, 2024
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Good Discount - February 24, 2025
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Standard Pricing - Race Day
Swag and Awards
RACE SHIRT - Guarantee a shirt, register by March 23, 2025.
MEDAL - All finishers receive a custom designed medal
AWARDS - The first place Male and Female in each race distance, receive an award
Award notifications are sent via email
Race Pictures
Itinerary
FRIDAY – April 11, 2025
4 - 6 pm Packet Pick Up at Lake Theo Pavilion
SATURDAY – April 12, 2025
6 - 8 am Packet Pick Up and Registration
Lake Theo Pavilion
7 am 25k, 50k Race Start
8 am 5k, 10k Race Start
3 pm 5k, 10k Cutoff
4 pm 50k Cutoff
Aid Stations
Well stocked Aid Stations provide
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First Aid: Band-Aids, Vaseline and other basic first aid supplies
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Food/Drink: Crazy Water, electrolytes, various salty, sweet and savory snacks
LOCATIONS
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Start and Finish - Lake Theo Tent Camping Area
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Parking Lot - Canyon Loop Trail Head
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Honey Flat Camping Area
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Fern Cave Area
Most aid stations are manned by passionate volunteers - although some aid stations may be unmanned
Cupless Race
This is an environmentally friendly race. Please bring your refillable water bottles and we will refill them at the aid stations. It's our goal to keep the trails litter free to preserve their beauty.
Training / Coaching
At every level, proper training can help you prepare for success. Ultra Expeditions has certified coaches and offers individual and group training packages. Learn More >>
Giving Back
We are happy to announce our beneficiary for The Wild Canyon Ultra as the Caprock Canyons Restoration Project. The goal of this project is to restore the park to its natural state from some 300 years ago. It includes restoration of mixed grass prairies, rolling plains and native animals, including the beloved prairie dogs and bison seen again at Caprock Canyons!
Parking, Lodging and Travel
Park Entrance and Parking
850 Caprock Canyon Rd.
Quitaque, Texas 79255
PLEASE NOTE: The park may collect fees for entrance and/or parking that are not covered in race registration. The park will be open for racers to arrive and leave. Please pay at the Visitors Center if arriving after scheduled hours. Contact Caprock Canyon State Park for more information.
Directions to the Trail
The Trail Race starts at the Lake Theo Tent Camping Area
850 Caprock Canyon Rd.
Quitaque, Texas 79255
Shuttle
The parking lot is a half mile from Start/Finish. The park is running a courtesy shuttle from parking to the race start. Shuttle Service runs from 6:30- 8:00 am from the boat ramp parking lot. Shuttle Service resumes after 8:30 am to take people to and from start/finish. We highly suggest arriving no less than 30 minutes early to ensure you have time to ride the shuttle or walk to Start / Finish, and begin your race on time
Camping
Camping is available at Caprock Canyons. For reservations or further information, please contact Caprock Canyons State Park at 806.455.1492.
PLEASE NOTE: Ultra Expeditions is not responsible for any missing or damaged property, or any accidents.
ALSO NOTE: The park may collect fees for entrance and/or parking that are not covered in race registration. Contact Caprock Canyon State Park for more information.
Hotels
The closest hotels are:
Hotel Turkey Turkey, TX
Days Inn Plainview, TX
Travel Lodge Memphis, TX
Airports
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