brown wooden bench in forest during daytime

Willow Hills XC

5K·Folsom, California
trail5k

Photo by Shakti Rajpurohit on Unsplash

Distance5K
Gain
DateOct 18, 2025
StatusTBA
FeeFree
Difficulty2/5

About This Race

The Willow Hills Cross Country race stands as a fixture in Texas running, drawing participants to Warda for what appears to be a traditional cross country format with age-graded divisions. Hosted by the Buffalo Chips Running Club, this event has maintained consistent presence in the racing calendar since 2010, suggesting a well-established local following. The race offers separate divisions for women and men's categories, including a masters division that acknowledges the competitive depth among older runners. While the specific course details remain unclear from available data, the cross country designation indicates runners can expect natural terrain challenges typical of XC racing.

Race History

2024 Results

Practical Info

Weather

Mid-October in central Texas typically offers favorable racing conditions with moderate temperatures and lower humidity than summer months.

Nearest Airport

AUS - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

Accommodation

Warda is a small community; runners may find lodging options in nearby Austin or smaller towns along Highway 71.

Best For

Cross country runnersLocal competitorsAge group racers

Notable Features

This race distinguishes itself through its longevity and age-graded divisions, providing competitive opportunities across different demographic categories while maintaining the authentic cross country racing experience that has drawn participants for over a decade.