Rattlesnake Gravel Grind Presents Checks to 5 Area Volunteer
The Gravel Grind is more than an annual competition of strength and endurance; it is a community support system thraised $77,500 for area volunteer fire departments and presented each department April 18, 2026
The Rattlesnake Trail Run Raised $10,000 for the Sweetwater Police Department & $10,000 for the Nolan County
TX Recreation Outdoor Alliance
Rattlesnake Gravel Grind & Trail Run: Rural Texas Outdoor Recreation Impact Case Study
Sweetwater’s Rattlesnake Gravel Grind & Trail Run demonstrates how rural recreation can drive economic growth and regional identity. Seeking to turn years of data into a funder-ready narrative, the Nolan County Renewal Project partnered with TxORA to create a comprehensive impact assessment. This report now serves as a model for securing and enhancing rural outdoor recreation investment. View the article at:
Photo Gallery- 2024
