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Take Heart 10K & 5K

May 31, 2025 Whitehouse, TX 75791 US
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Course Information

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5K Course Details

The 5K course begins with a left-hand turn out of the starting area and then a northeast turn onto McElroy Road. Runners will continue on McElroy to the turnaround point, then complete the large McElroy loop, passing the historic Bonnie & Clyde Cottage before crossing the finish line.

  • Short & simple course
  • Completely paved course
  • Minimal elevation change
  • One water stop location (two encounters)
  • Fully marked course
  • Volunteers & race staff present on course
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10K Course Details

The 10K begins with a short loop near the starting line, running south on McElroy Road, passing the historic Bonnie & Clyde Cottage, before running back north again on the Service Road. From there, 10K athletes will start their northeasterly journey around the larger McElroy Road loop. After touring the lakeside Glamping area, runners will exit The Boulders's property and run towards FM 848, turnaround at the designated point, and run back. After a second brief out-and-back McElroy branch, runners will reenter campus and continue conquering the larger McElroy loop. Before crossing the finish line, 10K runners can enjoy a weaving path near the water's edge, touring popular lakefront camp sites and attractions. A final lap through "Arrowhead" and a straightaway back intoand through the finish arch completes the course.

  • A slightly more complex course that tours park amenities and highlights the beauty of the area
  • Completely paved course
  • Minimal elevation change
  • One water stop location (two encounters)
  • Fully marked course
  • Volunteers & race staff present on course

RaceJoy

Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy

Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!

We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for Take Heart 10K & 5K.

Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!

Some key RaceJoy features include:

GPS Progress Alerts

  • Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.

Live GPS Tracking

  • Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.

Send-a-Cheer

  • Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.

Virtual Results (virtual events only)

  • Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
To use RaceJoy, you must carry your phone and activate tracking on the day you complete your race.
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