Race day
21
Mar 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Chupacabra 50 took place on March 21, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
See the 2027 Chupacabra 50Chase the Legend Through Copper Breaks.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Saturday 21 March 2026Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start time | 06:00 local (America/Chicago)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Distances | 50 MilerCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Location | Quanah, Texas, United StatesCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Start area | Copper Breaks State Park, 777 Park Rd 62, Quanah, TX 79252Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $65–$155Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Course | Trail · LoopCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 1,600 mCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Field size | 300 finishers (last edition)Curated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Tejas TrailsCurated listing · 21 May 2026 | Curated listing | 21 May 2026 |
| Official website | tejastrails.comOrganizer · 21 May 2026 | Organizer | 21 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 21 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 21 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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A rugged ultra through Copper Breaks State Park's mesas and canyons with 50-mile to 9K options.
Is this race a fit?
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Best For
Runners comparing trail race options
Chupacabra 50 belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing 50 Miler options around Quanah, Texas, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
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Decision Signal
Good choice only after source confirmation
Chupacabra 50 should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Quanah, Texas, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with trail surface, loop course, 1600 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Chupacabra 50 is currently listed for March 21, 2026, which makes the March planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Quanah, Texas, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include trail surface, loop course, 1600 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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