The Naughty Hog returns to Valley View, Texas on December 12th, featuring a series of endurance races through the scenic foothills around Lake Ray Roberts Johnson Branch Unit. This event offers runners multiple distances including a Trail 5K and a challenging 100K over rugged terrain. Participants can choose from various race lengths like the 10K or 25K Ruck to match their experience level, all taking place in North Texas's winter climate. The Johnson Branch Nature Center serves as both the starting point and hub for the event, providing a serene backdrop with its winding dirt trails and natural beauty. Runners can expect firm but slightly soft trail conditions underfoot on race morning, alongside mild temperatures ranging from 32 to 53 degrees Fahrenheit. The course layout includes hilly sections that reach up to 900 feet of elevation gain every fifteen miles for the longer distances. Since its inception in previous years, Naughty Hog has become a staple endurance event among trail runners and ultra-distance enthusiasts across Texas. With each year bringing more participants, ranging from casual joggers on shorter routes like the Trail 5K to serious competitors tackling the full 100K loop, it reflects Valley View's growing reputation for hosting challenging yet rewarding races.
100K 100K • Start: 07:00:00 • Fee: $160.00
25K 25K • Start: 07:00:00 • Fee: $85.00
25K RUCK 25K • Start: 07:00:00 • Fee: $85.00
50K 50K • Start: 07:00:00 • Fee: $120.00
5K 5K • Start: 07:00:00 • Fee: $50.00
10K 10K • Start: 07:30:00 • Fee: $60.00
The Naughty Hog features a diverse set of race options: an all-pavement Trail 5K ideal for beginners and families; a scenic single-track 25K that winds through Johnson Branch trails; the rugged but picturesque 100K course with its hilly elevation changes, requiring participants to use headlamps due to early start times. The event also includes both standard runs as well as ruck variations like the 25K RUCK for those looking to add weight-carrying challenges. Johnson Branch Nature Center hosts packet pickup from Friday through Saturday morning before race day, with bibs available at Early Packet Pickup on Friday evening and regular pick-up times throughout Saturday. Runners interested in securing their spot early should visit https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=136177 to register according to the pricing tiers: $50 for 5K; $60 for 10K; $85 each for both standard and Ruck versions of 25K races; $120 for a challenging 50K, and $160 for the full-distance 100K. Bibs can also be picked up on race morning from 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM. Participants should arrive prepared with their own water-carrying systems as no cups will be provided along the route or at aid stations during this event. The start location is located at Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit, where runners must show valid ID if under 18 years old for participation in any distance category. The Naughty Hog in Valley View, Texas on December 12th draws serious trail runners and casual joggers alike to the hilly terrain of North Texas's foothills. The event is notable not just for its challenging course but also for its community presence, with aid stations spread out along scenic routes that offer both physical challenge and natural beauty.
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100K
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$160.00
25K
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$85.00
25K RUCK
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50K
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$120.00
5K
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$50.00
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07:30
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$60.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Valley View.
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5.8° / 15.3°
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1.9° / 11.9°
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Avg sunshine hours
7h 24m
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Avg rainfall
1.5 mm
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Avg wind speed
13.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.0)
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Humidity
67.7%
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Sunrise
08:24
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Sunset
18:23
About Valley View
Learn more about the host city, Valley View.
Valley View is a village in Cuyahoga County in Northeast Ohio.
