Registered runners/pacers, volunteers, and campers DO NOT need to purchase a pass.

Every guest 13 and over entering the park will require a special events state park pass for the weekend, which includes park entry, shuttle, trail & facility use. This fee goes directly to Brazos Bend State Park. Receipt of digital payment should be shown at packet pickup in exchange for wristbands for the weekend. You may pick up pre-purchased wristbands for others with a digital receipt. 

Extra park passes are available on the RunSignup Event Store in the final month leading to the event.

Runners, family, friends, and crew are encouraged to set up their own hang-out support area around the large grass area at the start/finish for extended rest periods, personal gear, and preferences for food and hydration. It is common for clubs, teams, and families to have a canopy set up to enjoy the day. Note that "camping style" tents are no longer allowed in this day-use only area. Any camping tents will be asked to be taken down or removed overnight.

There is no camping at Elm Lake Pavilion. You may set up on Friday, from Noon onwards, and leave the setup overnight (we are not responsible for personal items). 

Runners can have access to their personal gear between loops, in addition to the main aid station and food trucks. The personal support area is more than enough for runners without a crew; in addition to our aid stations on course, a drop bag is not necessary. 

We recommend arriving and parking at least one hour before your event to give yourself plenty of time for the shuttle ride and packet pickup, if you have not done so already. 

To make race morning even smoother, consider taking advantage of our pre-race packet pickup options on Wednesday at Good Times and Friday at the park.

Park gates will remain open on Friday night, just be sure to have pre-purchased passes for guests on the RunSignup event store in case you are asked to present at the entrance before arriving at packet pickup at Elm Lake. Registered runners, your bib is your park pass; you will be allowed to enter the park to pick up.

Please try to carpool with fellow runners, crew, pacers, friends, and family - there are limited parking spots. Ulta Crew/Family/Friends, who are not driving with their runner, should consider coming after the 5k/10k events have finished, around 9:30 AM more spots will begin to open.

Shuttles will be running continuously between Elm Lake and all race parking lots starting at 4 AM. Be sure to make a note of where you parked so you can easily catch a ride back after your run!

A Guest Park Pass from TROT is required for non-registered participants: Purchase here

Please try and carpool to save parking and reduce traffic. Support crew may enter the park later in the day, especially easier once the shorter events have wrapped up.

See the 2026 Event Information tab in the menu for more detailed information on parking, shuttles, guest passes, aid stations, course maps, live tracking, and more.

Step 1: Go to www.runsignup.com and in the top right-hand corner, log in to the account you used to register for the race

Step 2: Click on your profile picture icon in the top right and select “Profile”. Here, you can edit your personal information

Step 3: Under “Upcoming Events”, find the event you would like to update/change to, and select “Manage Registration”.

Step 4: Choose a selection for the available tabs:

Transfer Event: Can change to a different distance

Transfer to Another Race: Can change to a different TROT event (credit follows the industry standard sliding-scale)

Questions: Can update various information provided at registration, always worth double-checking before race day.

Giveaway: This is where you can change your shirt or other giveaway “swag” selection based on current inventory

Add-ons: Update or purchase and additional products, passes, swag, etc that may be available

Rewards: Copy your unique referral code to share with your networks and earn referral rewards, including TROT swag items and cashback

Note that some options may not be available depending on the event or timing

Dogs are not allowed to accompany a participant on the course or be at any of our event areas (start/finish, aid stations, check-in, etc.). We love dogs just like most of you, but it is a confusing environment and energy for them. We have seen the best of dogs act abnormally. Not everyone is comfortable with dogs.

At most of our events, the trails remain open to the public, which includes spectators, and they must follow the park/venue guidelines for pets on and around the course.

Service Animal Policy:

Individuals with service animals have the right to full and equal access to public places and transportation, provided the animal is under the handler's control. We may ask if the animal is required for a disability, and what work or task it is trained to perform.

Reasons for exclusion for a service animal: a service animal may be excluded if it is: 

• Out of control and the handler doesn't take effective action.
• Not housebroken.
• Poses a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

Note: A fear of animals or allergies is not a valid reason to deny access to a service animal

Handler responsibilities for the service animal:

• The handler is responsible for the care and supervision of the service animal at all times.
• The animal must be under control, usually with a harness, leash, or other tether.
• The handler is liable for any damage the animal causes. 

Yes, but we recommend only one side or the open ear style. Volume should remain at a level where you can still hear your surroundings.

Yes, please have their QR code saved to your device. 

If you are picking up multiple bibs, we recommend being prepared to write on the back of the bib to ensure each participant gets their individually assigned bib. Once a bib is assigned at packet pickup, you can look up the bib number on your RunSignup registration and download your digital bib to share on social media.

If you do not plan on starting the race, please do not pick up a bib number.

For large group pickups, please utilize our early packet pickup options and try to find less busy times to be respectful of others' time.

Before the event, you can update your swag selection via your RunSignup account based on inventory.

There are no size changes during packet pickup. Once all races have begun, we can exchange unworn shirts for a different size based on availability.

Extra shirts and merchandise will be available for sale at the packet pickup merch area. You will check out online via the TROT store with free/no-shipping for the items you select while at the event.

Free race photos will be available by Friday, after the race weekend, on both the Brazos Bend 50 RunSignup event page and the Trail Racing Over Texas Facebook page.

During the event you will find our live photo's posted to the TROT Instagram page. 

Please also tag us in your social media so we can share @TrailRacingOverTexas #BB50 #BrazosBend50 #TROT

Park only in designated spots. No off-road driving, ADA parking without a permit, or stopping on roads for loading/unloading.

Elm Lake Pavilion:
Reserved for race staff only. Do not block entrances or move cones.

Park Road (Elm Lake):
Limited parking along the area. Do not park on the road or in ADA spots without a permit. No stopping on the road.

Nature Center:
Main event lot, 0.5 mi walk to Elm Lake (usually faster than shuttle). Walk on trail, not road.

40 Acre Lot:
Left after entry, 3.2 mi from Elm Lake. Near restrooms, crew access, shuttle pickup. ~2 mi walk to Elm Lake.

Overflow Parking:
Right at park entry, shuttle stop, 3.2 mi from Elm Lake.

Park HQ:
No parking.

Hale Lake:
Open if overflow full, 1.7 mi from Elm Lake.

Campsites:
Parking for registered campers only.

Trail Racing Over Texas (TROT) welcomes the creation of photo and video content that highlights our community, athletes, and events in a positive light. To protect our participants, staff, sponsors, and brand, all non-personal photography and videography must be pre-approved by TROT. This policy applies to any individual or organization planning to capture content for influencer, ambassador, sponsored, commercial, or professional use at any TROT event. Drone use, even for personal use, requires pre-approval and, in most cases, is not allowed. Please take a look at our website for more information and the application.

Please tag @trailracingovertexas and use #TROT in your social media posts so we can share!

Each runner must wear their bib number on the front of their shirt or shorts on the outermost layer. Bibs worn on/in packs, on the back, under layers, facing inwards (number down) will not be read by the timing system - wear your bib on the front of your shirt with the number clearly visible.

Timing points will be at the start/finish line in addition to intermediary split points on the course. Each time a runner crosses one of these timing points, their split/finish will update on the results page. There may be delays in data processing. Please do not disturb the timing staff to inquire about results unless there appears to be a clear issue with a runner's tracking.

If a runner decides not to finish their race (DNF or Drop Down), it is critical that they check out at the timing tent to let us know they are not still on course.

our bib number is tied to your registered event distance and will not be read by our timing system until that event starts.

If you miss the start (gun start) you may start late, but must first check in with the timing tent. Gun Time is used for all overall results; this is standard USATF rules and prevents a late starter from having a competitive advantage to run a faster Chip Time. Late starts must still adhere to the cutoff times.

If there is a special reason that would be eligible for an early start, please email us ahead of time to request.

Runners who Do Not Finish (DNF) their registered distance will show as DNF in the results. Habanero Hundred is the only TROT event that allows for dropdown medals/buckles. Medals and buckles are ordered based on registered participant numbers. There would be a significant cost increase for participants if each distance required inventory for every distance, or the medals and buckles would be generic for all events. We prefer to keep your costs down and provide event-specific finishers' awards.

Example: If you are signed up for the 50-mile but complete 10k, you will not receive a drop-down medal and will be listed as a DNF in the results.