Rattle Snake Gravel Grind | The Best Gravel Race In Texas

Rattlesnake Gravel Grind & XCMTB

Rattlesnake Gravel Grind & XCMTB

Rattlesnake Gravel Grind & XCMTB

March 18-21, 2027

Saturday March 20, 2027 Race Day!

Registration opens 10/1/2026!

TREK Texas

will have sweepstakes drawings for

1 Lucky C & 1 Lucky Female

to WIN

TREK Checkmate SLR 7 AXS

each valued at $8,199.99

Checkmate gravel race bikes - Trek Bicycle

*must be present to win Friday March 19th @5pm during early packet pick up, registered for 2027 Rattlesnake Gravel or XCMTB,

and must enter the sweepstakes link on

2027 Rattlesnake Gravel Registration | CR 264 Sweetwater, TX | BikeReg

100 mile Gravel Race $10,000 prize purse

1st place M/F $2500 & custom buckles

2nd place M/F $1000 & custom buckles

3rd place M/F $750 & custom buckles

4th place M/F $500 & custom buckles

5th place M/F $250 & custom buckles

Belt Buckles for age group prizes!

70 mile Gravel open & XCMTB open

podium prizes & custom buckles

Belt Buckles for age group prizes!

50 mile Gravel open & XCMTB open

podium prizes & custom buckles

Belt Buckles for age group prizes!

30 mile Gravel open & XCMTB including a junior category 8-18yoa

podium prizes & custom buckles

Belt Buckles for age group prizes!

15 mile Gravel open & XCMTB including a junior category 8-18yoa

podium prizes & custom buckles

Belt Buckles for age group prizes!

Riders &/or runners must complete the entire route they are registered for and post to RWGPS or Strava for verification to receive prizes of any kind.

Must be present to win prizes of any kind or receive swag.

We will not mail prizes of any kind or swag!

Start/finish line:

Lake Sweetwater Municipal Campground

Country Road 264 Sweetwater, TX

Rattlesnake Trail Run

Rattlesnake Gravel Grind & XCMTB

Rattlesnake Gravel Grind & XCMTB

Race Days - Saturday, March 20, 2027- Sunday, March 21, 2027

Registration opens 10/1/2026 at noon!

Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, or 5k Trail Run

crossing local ranches

Podium Prizes & Custom Buckles M/F 1st- 3rd Place!

Marathon 6am Saturday March 20, 2027 only

1/2 Marathon 7am Saturday March 20th & Sunday March 21st

10k & 5k 8am Saturday March 20th & Sunday March 21st

Riders &/or runners must complete the entire route they are registered for and post to RWGPS or Strava for verification to receive prizes of any kind. Must be present to win prizes of any kind or receive swag. We will not mail prizes of any kind or swag

Start/Finish line:

Lake Sweetwater General Store

326 FM2035, Sweetwater TX 79556

2027 Event information highlights

Event Swag

Event Days-March 18-21, 2027 & Race Day Saturday March 20, 2027

Event Days-March 18-21, 2027 & Race Day Saturday March 20, 2027

We will not mail Swag, Prizes or Buckles if not present at Podium Ceremony after the ride or run!

Swag

Orange Seal Samples

Products – FAAST Samples,

Pelli Bike Care Samples,

Chamois Butt'r Samples,

Event T-shirt &

Meal Tickets

Ticket drawing for one of

200 Western Hats from

DANDY WESTERN WEAR ,

Sunglasses from Tifosi Optics,

gear from MoosePacks, PanaracerGravelKing,

Rattlesnake Swag

and many other gifts from the

cycling industries leading brands.

Event Days-March 18-21, 2027 & Race Day Saturday March 20, 2027

Event Days-March 18-21, 2027 & Race Day Saturday March 20, 2027

Event Days-March 18-21, 2027 & Race Day Saturday March 20, 2027

Join us for a West Texas Gravel Grind , XCMTB, & Trail Run followed by an epic post-race party!

Grab your boots, throw on your jeans, and bring along a lawn chair for a lively celebration in the park, complete with fantastic live music!

Start/finish line address:

Country Road 264 Sweetwater, TX

Check out our lodging page for our

hotel partners!

Rider Support

Event Days-March 18-21, 2027 & Race Day Saturday March 20, 2027

Rider Support

Lead Vehicle and SAG Support

Rest Stops and Aid Stations:

Beginning at mile 16 and then every 8-10 miles along all five routes.

Each stop is equipped with portable toilets.

Get HYDRATED & Stay HYDRATED with Carbs Fuel or Pickle Juice®

Local Volunteers & First Responders: Including Lake Sweetwater VFD, Roscoe VFD, Maryneal VFD, Blackwell VFD, and Nolan VFD,

Christian Motorcycle Association Wings of Grace 634, Sweetwater Lions Club,

Leeward Energy, Invenergy, & Clearway each providing rest stops, aid stations,

& mobile support by the

Nolan County Amateur Radio Association along the routes.

Event details here

About Rattlesnake 2027

Event Mission

The Rattlesnake Gravel Grind, XCMTB, & Trail Run isn't just an annual test of strength and endurance; it's a community-driven event benefiting all Nolan County residents through support for its 5 Volunteer Fire Departments. Local civic organizations and businesses collaborate to provide essential services such as rest stops, aid stations, and SAG support for cyclists, fostering a true grassroots atmosphere.

Since its inception, the Rattlesnake Gravel Grind has drawn riders from across the United States and around the globe—from California to the United Kingdom. This event welcomes first-timers, average enthusiasts, weekend warriors, domestic and international pro cyclists alike, all prepared to conquer the unpredictable elements and terrain of West Texas.

Riders, runners, sponsors, and volunteers unite after the ride to celebrate with Texas Red Dirt Music and delicious food, embodying the spirit of camaraderie and achievement.

See where your Donation goes!

Since 2022 the Rattlesnake Gravel Grind has provided $300,000 to local Volunteer Fire Departments & First Responders.

Since 2025 the Rattlesnake Trail Run has raised $26,000 for mental health services in Nolan County.