Running the Rose

About the Event

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of East Texas as you lace up for Running the Rose. This trail race takes runners through Tyler State Park's enchanting pine forests, where towering trees stretch over 100 feet high and create a serene canopy along winding single-track trails.
The terrain offers a mix of rolling hills that will test your endurance while providing scenic vistas at every turn. As you navigate these undulating landscapes, the lush greenery and fresh air offer an invigorating backdrop for runners looking to challenge themselves amidst nature’s splendor.
Before race day, be sure to secure your Day Pass or Texas State Park Pass as proof of entry is required during packet pick-up. For additional details on rules, FAQs, and trail running tips, visit our website at https://blazetrails.com/blaze-trails-running/running-the-rose/.
Volunteers play a crucial role in making these events possible, earning race credits for future Blaze Trails Running races or transferring them to family members who can join the fun. Learn more about volunteer opportunities and sign up on our dedicated pages.
Should your plans change, we offer flexible cancellation options. If you cancel 30 days before the event, you’ll receive a full refund in race credit towards another Blaze Trails Running event within one year. Cancellations between 30 to two weeks prior will result in a 50% credit. No refunds or transfers are allowed less than two weeks from race day.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through East Texas’s pine forests and experience the thrill of trail running at its finest.
For more information, visit our website: https://blazetrails.com/blaze-trails-running/running-the-rose/

Races Offered

108K

Jan 23, 2027

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Distance — 108K

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Type — Running

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06:00

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$135.00

54K

Jan 23, 2027

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Distance — 54K

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$110.00

22 Miler

Jan 23, 2027

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Distance — 35.4K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$95.00

11 Miler

Jan 23, 2027

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Distance — 17.7K

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$80.00

7K

Jan 23, 2027

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Distance — 7K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$50.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Tyler.

thermostat Temperature

3.1° / 12.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

-1.3° / 9.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 13m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

13.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

69.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:21

nightlight Sunset

18:39

About Tyler

Learn more about the host city, Tyler.

Tyler is the county seat of Smith County, in eastern Texas. It boasts the nation's largest municipal rose garden and hosts the Texas Rose Festival each October.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

All-time top performances and historical records for Running the Rose.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Trevor Meding	M	40	'21	—	10:17:32
🥈	Trevor Meding	M	39	'20	—	10:37:25
🥉	Chad Lasater	M	48	'21	—	10:46:37
4	Trevor Meding	M	38	'19	—	11:04:35
5	Brad Taylor	M	42	'22	—	11:10:22
6	Brad Taylor	M	41	'21	—	11:21:28
7	Matthew Taylor	M	48	'23	—	11:35:55
8	Matt Elgin	M	42	'19	—	11:38:29
9	Matthew Webb	M	28	'22	—	11:53:48
10	Steven Najjar	M	56	'21	—	12:02:16

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Ellie Webb	F	26	'22	—	11:30:43
🥈	Regina Massingill	F	38	'22	—	12:47:55
🥉	Julie Sandquist	F	29	'19	—	13:30:20
4	Christiana Rugloski	F	24	'21	—	13:38:16
5	Jenna Jurica	F	32	'20	—	14:11:00
6	Sheryl Wheeler	F	57	'20	—	14:13:45
7	Wendy Haney	F	49	'22	—	14:30:04
8	Ali Sloan	F	33	'20	—	14:35:37
9	Sarah Loch-Test	F	39	'24	—	14:46:10
10	Dena Carr	F	41	'21	—	14:46:53