The Rise Alamo City Trail Ultra returns to Eisenhower Park on the NW Military Highway in San Antonio, Texas on January 23rd, inviting runners from across the region to test their endurance against a challenging trail course. This event features various distances including a grueling 50K and shorter options like the 25K, 10K, and 5K races for participants of all experience levels. The park provides an expansive network of natural trails with rocky terrain that are well-suited to both running and rucking. On race morning at Eisenhower Park, runners can expect a firm yet slightly soft trail surface underfoot, ideal for maintaining speed without excessive fatigue. With the start times ranging from 6:45 am to 8:30 am, participants will face cooler temperatures as they begin their loops around the park's extensive network of trails and greenways leading up to the finish area. Volunteers are stationed throughout the course offering aid stations that provide essential hydration and energy boosts. Rise Alamo City Trail Ultra has been a staple event in San Antonio for several years now, drawing hundreds of runners who appreciate its unique trail conditions and challenging route design. The race supports community engagement through various distances designed to cater to both experienced ultrarunners and those new to the sport looking for an introduction to longer events. Each participant receives custom medals upon completion along with swag choices that vary each year based on event sponsors.
50K Saturday 50K • Start: 06:45:00 • Fee: $100.00
25K Saturday 25K • Start: 07:15:00 • Fee: $85.00
5K Saturday 5K • Start: 07:15:00 • Fee: $55.00
10K Saturday 10K • Start: 08:00:00 • Fee: $65.00
Every Runner Gets Custom Medal, Your Choice of Swag For All Registered Runners, Outstanding Volunteer Support, Full Aid Stations, Chip Timed Race, Free Race Photos For More Info https://www.riseracingco.com/alamo-city-ultra Registration for the Rise Alamo City Trail Ultra can be completed online at https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=136418. Fees vary by distance: $100.00 for 50K, $85.00 for 25K, and both the 10K and 5K races are priced at $65.00 and $55.00 respectively. Packet pickup is available from 6:15 am to 9:00 am on race day at the start/finish area located within Eisenhower Park. Participants should plan for a pre-race packet pick-up between 6:15am - 9:00am, where they can also familiarize themselves with course maps and final details before their designated starting times. The event starts as early as 6:45 am for the longest distance race (50K) with subsequent races following at regular intervals until all participants begin. Participants must ensure that they do not start another loop after 4:45 pm to comply strictly with time limits. The Rise Alamo City Trail Ultra, taking place in San Antonio on January 23rd, offers a scenic and challenging trail run through Eisenhower Park's rugged terrain for both runners and ruckers. The event is worth attending for its unique course features and the opportunity to experience Texas winter conditions under controlled race circumstances.
Races Offered
50K Saturday
Jan 23, 2027
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$100.00
25K Saturday
Jan 23, 2027
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07:15
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$85.00
5K Saturday
Jan 23, 2027
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07:15
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$55.00
10K Saturday
Jan 23, 2027
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08:00
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$65.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in San Antonio.
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6.4° / 16.8°
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2.5° / 13.5°
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Avg sunshine hours
7h 8m
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Avg rainfall
2.1 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
11.6 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.4)
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Humidity
61.0%
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Sunrise
08:27
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Sunset
18:58
About San Antonio
Learn more about the host city, San Antonio.
San Antonio is the second largest city in the state of Texas and the 7th largest in the United States. It's the 24th largest metropolitan area in the country. Visited by more than 31 million annual visitors, San Antonio is a beautiful city at the axis of three different geological terrains: Hill Country, South Texas Plains and Prairie and Lakes. There's a lot to do in this city: fine art museums, historical missions and plenty of amusement parks in addition to great dining and lots of drinking. The culture and people are vibrant and interesting. San Antonio's downtown is one of the most lively in the nation.
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Race Results
All-time top performances and historical records for Rise Alamo City Trail Ultra.
Place
Name
Gender
Age
Year
City
Time
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John Sugden
M
43
'26
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4:42:47
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Zayden Luna
M
20
'26
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4:49:45
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Cesar Guzman
M
32
'26
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5:11:43
4
Sergio Pereira
M
41
'26
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5:15:45
5
John Kilburn
M
53
'26
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5:37:51
6
Robert Ruiz
M
31
'26
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5:51:43
7
Michael Proia
M
31
'26
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6:34:33
8
Bryan Mack
M
24
'26
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6:41:03
9
Dallas Abbott
M
41
'26
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6:52:50
10
Nate Yoder
M
47
'26
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6:52:51
Place
Name
Gender
Age
Year
City
Time
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Anniejoy Amuan
F
35
'26
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5:26:17
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Natalie Harvey
F
40
'26
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5:27:31
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Paige Halamicek
F
27
'26
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5:54:22
4
Michaela Heath
F
31
'26
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6:41:22
5
McKenna Douglass
F
29
'26
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7:24:01
6
Minnette Sandoval
F
39
'26
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9:16:31
7
Candy White
F
40
'26
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9:18:00
8
Miriam Wright
F
43
'26
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9:32:38
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