Beginner ultramarathons in United States

Three-day, 75-mile stage race on the SRKG Greenway with 15,500 feet of elevation gain, technical single-track, steep climbs, and lakeside scenery

Forgiving running surface and gentle elevation changes in a small town South Dakota setting, with 50 and 100-mile ultramarathon distances.

Rugged dirt trails with rolling terrain through Land Heritage Institute, technical night running under the stars, single and wide track routes

Mostly rail trail course connecting Belleville, WI to Orangeville, IL, passing through small towns and scenic stretches with frequent aid stations

Figure-eight loops on rugged mountain trails, wildflower fields and dense forests, panoramic coastal views, community gathering at the Mountain Field

Paved point-to-point road ultra from Hilo to Waimea, with major early climbing, a long descent, and a tough exposed Saddle Road course

Rugged single track and steep climbs in Green Mountain National Forest, with summit views of Lake Dunmore and over 5000 feet of elevation gain

Remote Alaskan ultramarathon with hard-packed trails, technical ridgelines, significant elevation change, wilderness views, and Chena Hot Springs finish

Remote backcountry route through Montana’s Elkhorn Mountains with dramatic climbs, steep technical descents, rugged single track, and creek crossings

High-altitude courses over 10,600 feet, technical trails and remote forest service roads, striking mountain views, and challenging wilderness terrain

Challenging 31k and 50k point-to-point routes through the Wyoming Wilderness, starting at Canyon View Park or Cottonwood Lake, with rugged terrain

Demanding climbs and descents through Marin Headlands, starting near Fort Cronkhite and Rodeo Beach, with Pacific and Golden Gate Bridge views

Aspen 50K route featuring demanding ascents, out-and-back to McNamara Hut, diverse terrain, and Elk Mountains scenery, starting at Rio Grande Park

Nighttime high desert 51K along Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Highway with mountain views, wild vegetation, and elevations from 4,000 to 5,600 feet

Loop course from Lake Chabot Marina through East Bay Regional Parks, reaching Skyline Gate, supportive atmosphere, plant-based post-race options

Climbing-heavy 50K with 5,000+ feet of gain, linking Basin Road, Perseverance, Granite Creek and Mt. Roberts trails.

Rugged singletrack trails, steep 7,000-foot elevation gain, exposed ridgeline sections, and mountain views

Flat out-and-back course on the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail with dirt, gravel, and pine needle surfaces under continuous tree shade

Scenic White Tank Mountain trails and desert landscapes on a 52K night course

50k and 25k options on smooth and technical trails, forested ridges, significant elevation changes, views of Mt. Baker and Bellingham Bay