2027 Central Texas Ultimate Hike

Every Mile. A challenge that changes lives for kids.

Take on an unforgettable Central Texas adventure and help bring lifesaving cancer treatments to the kids who can’t wait. Your commitment to the Ultimate Hike, no matter the distance you choose, will ensure every mile matters.

Ready for the Ultimate challenge?

Do the Ultimate Hike for the kids who can’t wait.

April 3, 2027

Join us for 26.6 or 11.6 miles.

Lake Georgetown, TX

The Goodwater Loop, Lake Georgetown. Start and finish at Russell Park Trailhead.

Children with cancer need safer, more effective treatments, and research needs momentum.

CureSearch identifies promising science, funds the critical steps between discovery and treatment, and holds every project to clear milestones. 5 out of 7 evaluable preclinical research projects funded through CureSearch’s Acceleration Initiative have advanced to clinical trials, more than double the typical success rate for new cancer therapies entering the clinic. Your commitment to the Ultimate Hike helps move that work forward.

The Ultimate Hike turns a personal challenge into collective impact. Your training, fundraising, and time on the trail help CureSearch accelerate the development of new treatments for children.

You can do this

More than a hike.
A fully supported journey.

Training that meets you where you are

You do not need to be an experienced hiker. CureSearch provides coaches both in person and virtually, complete with a training plan that helps you build confidence one mile at a time.

Training citiesHouston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio and Virtual

A community beside you

Prepare with fellow hikers, friends, family, and a CureSearch team united by a purpose bigger than the trail.

Support beyond the trail

Fundraising tools and personal guidance help you turn your challenge into meaningful support for childhood cancer research.

Your effort becomes impact

Every Mile.

Every training hike builds strength. Every conversation builds awareness. Every dollar helps fuel research designed to reach children faster.

Make Your Miles Matter

Choose your path

There is more than one way to join the hike.

Start on your own, find your people, or bring a group together. Each option leads to the official event registration page.

Go as an individual

Take on a meaningful personal challenge and meet a community along the way.

Join a team

Share the experience with people already gathering around the mission.

Find your team

Create a team

Invite friends, family, or coworkers to take on the challenge together.

Start a team

The trail is waiting

Come for the challenge. Leave with a community.

The finish matters, but so does every person who helps you reach it. Ultimate Hike is a shared experience grounded in courage, connection, and hope for children with cancer.

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What to Expect

Your Ultimate Hike is more than a day on the trail, it’s a full weekend experience built around community, challenge, and making an impact.

A full weekend experience.Join fellow hikers for a mission-focused weekend from Friday through Sunday.
A challenging day on the trail.Hike through rugged Central Texas terrain while taking in beautiful views and pushing yourself alongside your team.
A supportive community.Connect with fellow hikers, CureSearch staff, and supporters throughout the weekend.
Training and fundraising support.Get the tools, resources, and support you need to prepare for the hike and reach your fundraising goal.
Meals and celebrations.Come together for mission-centered meals, a post-hike dinner, and a Sunday awards celebration.
A weekend to remember.Leave tired, proud, and knowing you helped fund cures for children with cancer.

Questions

Start with what you need to know.

Do I need hiking experience?

No. Ultimate Hike welcomes first-time hikers and experienced trail lovers. CureSearch provides coaching and resources to help you prepare.

Can I participate with other people?

Yes. You can register as an individual, join an existing team, or create a team of your own.

How does my participation help children with cancer?

Your fundraising supports CureSearch's work to identify promising science and move better childhood cancer treatments toward patients faster.

If you still have questions, email us at ultimatehike@curesearch.org.

Central Texas Ultimate Hike

Every Mile.
Every child.
Every breakthrough.

Take the first step toward an experience that can change your life and help change the future for children with cancer.