Join us in building a living legacy across Texas.
It’s time for Texans to create a bold and daring adventure trail across Texas.
We’ve branded it the “xTx.”
Join Us!
THE SWEATY TASTE OF THE xTx: Hill Country Challenge
November 2-7, 2025 in rugged, remote, rural and romantic Real County Texas
This is a magical moment for the creation of the xTx. We’re still in the ground proofing phase, and we’re inviting people with skills, resources, and passion to the table to help us make fundamental decisions - and those who want to learn trail building stewardship skills at our evening gatherings.
Registration will open soon for this extraordinary week of trail testing in one of the most remote, rural, and rugged parts of Texas: Real County! Sign up now to be kept in the loop!
New!
Bikepacking the xTx Draft Route by Rhea Wallace
In the spring of 2025 Rhea Wallace rode his bike 1,200 miles across Texas to ground proof the xTx draft route from a cycling perspective.
Now you can download his 32-page report as either an eMobile or 8.5” x 11” PDF (or both).
It’s free!
Your skills. Your community. Your trail.
Every mile of the Cross Texas Trail will be built through relationships. We envision neighbors helping neighbors, towns welcoming travelers, and communities taking pride in their land. No matter where you live, you can be part of this story.
You can help by:
Introducing us to local spaces for community gatherings
Collecting and sharing local history from your region
Volunteer at trail events and gatherings
Hosting travelers along the route
Help spread the word to friends and neighbors
Click the button to get involved today!
Long-distance trails save lives
Books and movies have been made over the last 20 years documenting normal people struggling with life's problems who find new hope, fresh mental attitudes, healthier bodies and new friendships while taking on a big hairy goal - hiking a long-distance trail.
Long-distance trails such as the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) out west, the Appalachian Trail (AT) back east, or the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) which runs down the Rocky Mountain spine of the country are known in the hiking world as the “Triple Crown of Trails” and have a combined mileage of over 8,000 miles. They are more popular than ever, overcrowded some would say.
It’s time to add the xTx across the great state of Texas.
Long-distance trails support small towns & rural communities
Case studies galore demonstrate small towns being revitalized by abandoned rail tracks and obsolete backroads becoming vibrant long-distance trails.
These trails attract people from around the world looking for a different style of travel discovery. They prefer to stay in locally owned guesthouses, bed and breakfasts, or boutique hotels in historic small towns. They seek daily healthy activity fueled by good, local cuisine.
They want to learn the story of the place. What makes it special and unique? Who are the locals? How did they end up here? Then they go home and brag about their finds encourage their friends to do the same adventure and so the cycle of abundance grows.
The xTx captures the unique flavors of Texas
xTx is designed to inspire and challenge a wide range of walking, horse, or bike-riding travelers to experience remote, quiet, naturally beautiful Texas.
From bayous in the east, through pine forests and hill country, grand rivers, pristine national parks, and finally the drama of the desert, this is a meandering life-affirming adventure through the heart of Texas.
Come challenge yourself against a beautifully badass standard in a foreign, exotic place - remote Texas.
Bold and Daring, Always Seeking Success = BADASS