COVID-19 UPDATE (as of 6/3/21): At this time, planning for TPU2021 is in full swing and will be from October 17-23, 2021 as the new race date. REGISTRATION IS OPEN. Standard refund policy reinstated.

BIG BEND MULTI-STAGE RACE + TOUR

TPU2021 Race Dates: October 17-23, 2021

Explore the 2021 Race Info, including course and stage profiles, rules and regulations, mandatory equipment, schedule and more.

$10,000 PRIZE PURSE - Male & Female

$3,000: First Place - 6-Stage
$1,500: Second Place - 6-Stage
$500: Third Place - 6 Stage
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Join the TPU Tribe - Yearly Race Limit 75 Participants!

The #TPUtribe Story

Like a nomadic tribe, each year we spend a week in the desert in search of food, shelter and camaraderie. Our tribe is dedicated to showcase the vast and rugged beauty of BIG BEND & the CHIHUAHUAN DESERT.

Course Info & Rules

Trans-Pecos Ultra is a self-supported, multi-stage ultra marathon set in the Chihuahuan Desert, the third largest desert in the Western Hemisphere. The 6-stage, 7 day course traverses 163 miles within Big Bend, a vast mountainous area of Texas that lies west of the Pecos River. Registration for this truly Texan “race-cation” includes a 10-day adventure inclusive of transportation, hotel accommodation, food, tours, and more. This is truly the most unique and life-changing event around!

4 Stage - 85 mi

3 ITRA/UTMB Points

Perfect for hikers and runners ready to try a multi-day event!

See Course Info & Rules

6 Stage - 165 mi

6 ITRA/UTMB Points

The ultimate Chihuahuan desert multi-stage race in Texas!

Registration Details

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Contact RD Chris at 432.294.5284

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  • “There’s only one word to describe TPU: life-changing!“

    Thomas Mullins, TPU2015 Winner - Dallas, Texas, USA

  • “The most unique and unforgettable experience of my life!”

    Emily Cloninger, Volunteer at TPU2015 - Houston, Texas, USA

  • “I’m usually a seen it, done it, been there kind of traveler but Big Bend has a special hold on me that keeps me coming back time & again!”

    Cheryl Tulkoff, 2nd Place at TPU2015 & Volunteer at TPU2016 - Austin, Texas, USA

  • “If you are looking to go outside your comfort zone and discover stunning scenery, then TPU is it!”

    Eric Chan, 2nd Place at TPU2016 - Toronto, Canada

  • “One epic adventure with amazing people and gorgeous views of wild, rugged country!”

    Tyler Keller, Medical Team Volunteer at TPU2015 - New Mexico, USA