Pineywoods Valley Night Relay

The Pineywoods Valley Night Relay is a 25K trail relay held in Gilmer, Texas, featuring a 5K loop through the scenic pine forests of East Texas. Participants can run solo or in teams of up to five, completing five laps on a rooty, dirt single-track trail with rolling terrain and about 200 feet of elevation gain per loop. The course is fully marked and supported, with aid stations providing food and hydration.

Runners must wear headlamps as the race takes place at night. The event emphasizes a friendly atmosphere, offers unique wooden finisher medals, and encourages participants to bring their own hydration systems. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.