PERSPECTIVE
(trail running co.)
This beautiful 1,354 acres of meadowlands, woodlands, hills and escarpments provides hill country vistas between Leander and Liberty Hill and offers park users the opportunity to explore, learn, camp, picnic, hike, bike, ride their horses, nature watch or just relax outside.The South Fork of the San Gabriel River meanders through the northeastern portion of the park. The river and park can be accessed and enjoyed along 20 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. You are likely to see some of the most elusive wildlife such as porcupine and coyotes, as well as the common whitetail deer. River Ranch is also home to large and magnificent Live Oak trees, estimated to be over 500 years old.
What Distances Where, & When???
Races Offered:
5k 10k 25k 50k & 100K Trail Run &
Youth Trail Run
Results:
Photos:
Schedule of Events:
Friday Packet Pickup 6:00 PM - 8:00PM
Saturday Packet Pickup - 6:00AM - 9:00AM
Race Briefing: There will be a short briefing 10 Minutes before the start of each Race.
The Race Briefing will include details about the course as well as insights for each race distance. This is not mandatory for our runners, however it may give a competitive edge for those who are competing for a podium spot.
50K - 7:00 AM
26.2 Mi - 7:30 AM
13.1 Mi - 8:00 AM
10k - 8:30 AM
5k - 9:00 AM
Kids Mile - 10:00 AM
Location:
194 Reveille Way
Liberty Hill, TX 78642
Medals /Awards/Shirts
Medals:
Medals will be given to all finishers. We understand that sometimes there are circumstances that prevent someone from finishing the race. As a token for your effort we would still like to offer those who make an attempt at any distance, a medal to commemorate the miles they did complete. Hopefully it will serve as a reminder to comeback and get the job done!
Awards:
For Conquer the Canyon, Awards will be given out to the top overall male and female winners, for each distance.
Shirts:
The last day to sign up for a guaranteed shirt is January 16th.
Trail/Course Maps Coming Soon!
50k (4 Loops)
26.2 (3 Loops)
13.1 (2 Loops)
10k (1Loop)
5k (1 Loop)
Aid Station
For this event the will have 3 aid stations including the start finish. One of these aid stations will be fully serviced and (Start/Finish ) the remainding two will be water/ice/electroclytes only.
The 5K will have not have an aid station on course, but can supply themselves with enough water/nutrition at the start/finish aid station.
The 10K will only have 1 aid station on course, and it will be water/ice/electrolytes only.
For this event at a "fully serviced" aid station, you will be able to find the following for fuel:
Cookies, PBJ sandwiches, Oranges, Bananas, Watermelons, Pickles, Pickle Juice, , Fruit Snacks, Pringles, Coke, Mt. Dew, Ginger Ale, Tailwind & Saltstick
We have found that these items will allow runners to properly fuel themselves to get through any ultra.
Disclaimer: We are a CUPLESS EVENT! For those new to the trail running world/etiquette, we like to treat our venues with respect and do not use plastic or styrofoam to serve out water. Please bring your own cup, water bottle, hydration vest, or other form of water containment so we can help maintain the clean environment we are permitted to use for this event.
Pacing
There are no pacers allowed for this event
Volunteering
Come out and volunteer with us at Merus Adventure Park for Conquer the Canyon! Every race that you have ever participated in has had a crew of volunteers to make it possible. Without the support of volunteers, races wouldn't exist! Take this opportunity to give back to your running community and sign up to volunteer!
P.S. If and when you do decide to volunteer, there are some pretty cool swag and discounts available for future races!
Lodging
Merus Adventure Park has tons of accommodations to better your Conquer the Canyon experience! From primitive camping sites with spectacular views to of the canyon, to rv sites to cabins on the rim, Merus has so much to offer, to keep you in perfect proximity to the race site!
Festival style camping is available near the start finish line. Click this link for reservations:
The closest towns with hotels/lodging are Claude, Lake Tanglewood, and Amarillo.