The Great Root Trail Race

The great root trail race

Race Information

THE GREAT ROOT TRAIL RACE

RACE DATE: Saturday, March 7, 2026

LOCATION: Big Cedar Wilderness Trails 8701 Isom Ln
Dallas, TX US 75249

EVENTS & RACE START TIMES:

33 M Run - 6:30 AM
22 M Run - 7:00 AM
11 M Run - 7:30 AM
11 M Ruck - 8:00 AM

Love Never Ends Trail Series presents "The Great Root Trail Race," and we are so excited to be coming back to Big Cedar Wilderness Trails!

Whether you run, ruck, or hike -- we have an adventure ready for you!

Big Cedar Wilderness Trails is on the grounds of Mountain Creek Church. It is located atop one of the most breathtaking escarpment areas in North Texas. Situated on over 100 acres, our trails wind through cedar and hardwood forests and descend quickly into a valley, offering a dramatic elevation change. From the trails, you can view iconic landmarks of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Looking westward across the Trinity Valley, the view is dominated by AT&T Stadium, The Ballpark in Arlington, Six Flags Over Texas, and even the downtown Fort Worth skyline. Cedar Hill State Park, with its hills wrapping around a big lake, is the most prominent feature to the southwest.

Our course consists of an 11.2-ish mile loop that covers multiple trails, including Texas Sunset, SXSW, Dragonfly, Copper Head Ridge, Ranger, and Barbwire. These trails are known for their challenging terrain, with varying elevations, technical trails, and natural obstacles like rocks, roots, and dirt. Click the following link to see the Big Cedar trail system and race loop segments. https://www.trailforks.com/region/big-cedar-wilderness-trails/?activitytype=5

Runners, Ruckers, and Hikers of all levels can expect a tough but rewarding experience, as the event takes place in a beautiful but rugged natural setting. The race is not just a physical challenge but also an opportunity for trail runners to immerse themselves in nature.

Rucking division: Required weight eligible for awards - Male- 30lbs. and Female- 20lbs. All else will receive a participant challenge coin

For any updates, please check the official website or social media.

Packet Pick Up

Race Information

PACKET PICK UP days/times/locations:

Thursday, March 5, 3:00-7:00 pm at Trailhead Running Supply - 2600 Lakeside Pkwy, Suite 140, Flower Mound, TX 75022
Friday, March 6, 2:00-6:00 pm at Big Cedar Wilderness Trails Pavilion
Saturday, March 7, 5:30 am-8:00 am at Big Cedar Wilderness Trails Pavilion

Runners will receive t-shirts and medals. Rucker's will receive t-shirts and challenge coins.

*If you sign up the week of the race, I can not guarantee a t-shirt. Our shirt order is placed 2 weeks before race day. Thank you for understanding!*

**Bring your own hydration bottles (cupless race), poles, and headlamps.**

Parking is free, but we are asking for cash donations to give back to the Mountain Creek Church and Big Cedar Trails.

Lace up your shoes, embrace the challenge, and have fun!

Let's make a difference with The Great Root Movement 501(c)(3) Nonprofit, as proceeds go to those experiencing grief, domestic violence, and PTSD. Together, we are pacing others across finish lines once thought impossible.

The Great Root Trail Race Course Route Details:

The main race loop is 11ish miles. The 11 miler will cover one full race loop. The 22 miler will repeat the race course and complete two full race loops. The 33 miler will repeat the race course three times.The Great Root Trail Race loop consists of multiple Big Cedar Wilderness Trail Dorba segments (in race order): 1 - Texas Sunset 2 - SXSW (South-by-SouthWest 3 - Dragonfly 4 - Ranger 5 - Copperhead Ridge 6 - Ranger 7 - Barbwire 8 - Ranger 9 - Service road to finish lineThe race course consists of six of the very popular trail segments at the Big Cedar Wilderness Trail location on the property of Mountain Creek Church. The race starts at the newly added pavilion and winds along the very challenging Texas Sunset section of the trail. From there racers will find themselves on the "SXSW" segment known as South-by-Southwest, and will continue along until they drop out on the service road by the parking, from there racers will follow the service road and jump onto Dragonfly, proceed back onto the service road and jump on the iconic Ranger section. After navigating some rolling and rocky climbs and descents, racers will then merge onto Copperhead Ridge, winding through the park before jumping back onto Ranger. Racers will then stay on Ranger through some winding climbs and head into the Barbwire section of the trails. The race course will continue to loop through Barbwire and will spill back out onto Ranger again. Racers will stay on Ranger, climb the infamous brick climb and then loop back onto the original race course passing runners that are restarting their loops. Once the runners get to the service road, they will take a hard right onto the main road and back to the start/finish line.You can expect approximately 1500 ft. of elevation change (gain/loss) per race course loop. Or about 3,000 ft. for the 22 mile race, and 4500 ft. for the 33 mile race.All course sections and the overall race course loop are counterclockwise.

"the 2nd Annual great root trail race" @ Big Cedar Wilderness Trails-Sat. 3/7/2026

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