Ocelot Gravel Race - Laguna Atascosa NWR 2027
- Date
- Saturday, February 13, 2027
- Start time
- 7:15 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Los Fresnos, Texas
- Entry fee
- From $45 · goes up to $55 on Dec 16, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCELOT GRAVEL RACE (NO E-BIKE) | Gravel | Feb 13, 20277:15 AM | $45$55 after Dec 16, 2026 | 150 |
| OCELOT RECREATIONAL RIDE (NOT A RACE / E-BIKES PERMITTED) | Bike Ride | Feb 13, 20277:25 AM | $45$55 after Dec 16, 2026 | – |
| OCELOT VIRTUAL CHALLENGE (VIRTUAL)Virtual | Ultra | Feb 13, 20277:15 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Gravel fee goes up to $55 on Dec 16, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $45 until Dec 16, then $55 until Jan 11, then $65 until Feb 11.
Online registration closes Feb 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:07 AM, and the OCELOT GRAVEL RACE (NO E-BIKE) starts at 7:15 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
22817 Ocelot Rd, Los Fresnos, TX 78566
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Where OCELOT GRAVEL RACE - LAGUNA ATASCOSA NWR ranks
- No. 9 of 34 on Cheapest gravel races in the US
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Typical race-day weather
Around February 13 the day usually runs from 56°F at dawn to 77°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 85°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 22817 Ocelot Rd, Los Fresnos, TX 78566Map
- Course
- Gravel
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Gravel, Bike Ride
- Editions
- 2027 (Feb 13, 2027), 2026 (Nov 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is OCELOT GRAVEL RACE - LAGUNA ATASCOSA NWR?
- Saturday, February 13, 2027, starting at 7:15 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $55 on Dec 16, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Feb 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Do athletes get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances are offered?
- Gravel, Bike Ride.
- Where does it start?
- 22817 Ocelot Rd, Los Fresnos, TX 78566.
From the organizers
52-Mile Ocelot Gravel Race (Competitive - No E-Bike): Chip-timed mass start, USA Cycling gravel standards/conduct applied, same-frame rule, centerline rule, feed zones only, zero tolerance littering. Open to ages 17–99.
28-Mile Ocelot Recreational Ride (Non-Competitive - E-Bikes Welcome): Self-paced, fully supported ride across refuge roads.
Ocelot Virtual Challenge: Complete your mileage on your own time, t-shirt and medal shipped directly to you.
Technical Specs & Terrain: Combination of gravel/caliche roads, paved vehicle-free wildlife drives (including the 14.2-mile Steve Thompson Wildlife Drive), and natural dirt trail surfaces. Recommended tire width 38mm–45mm tubeless with fresh sealant; prepare for flats and pack ample water.