Moccasin Ultra Fest
Moccasin Ultra Fest – 36 Hours. Your Miles. Your Way.
Get ready to take on as many miles as you want at Moccasin Ultra Fest—a 36-hour timed trail run on a fast, flat 4-mile loop along the scenic Wolf River Trails in Memphis, TN.
We kick things off on December 31 and run straight through January 1—taking you from the final miles of one year into the first miles of the next.
Once the clock starts, it counts down from 36 hours to zero—and how far you go is completely up to you. Run hard, cruise easy, take breaks, reset, and jump back in whenever you’re ready. This is your race, your pace.
Come and go as you please. Stay on course the entire time, rest at your setup, or head out for real sleep and return later—we’ll be here the whole time keeping the race alive.
As the sun sets, everything changes. The course lights up with glowing bridges, illuminated trails, and that iconic blue bridge shining through the night. Add in Christmas lights, holiday decorations, and a bonfire at the Start/Finish, and you’ve got an atmosphere that carries you straight into the New Year.
Bring your own 10x10 canopy tent and deck it out—lights, decorations, New Year vibes, all of it. Turn your spot into part of the party.
Every 4-mile loop brings you back through the heart of the action. You’ll pass your tent, mark an “X” on the results board, and head back out. Each time through, you’ll run past a row of lit-up tents packed with runners and crews—music, cheering, energy everywhere. It’s a constant boost lap after lap.
This format is perfect if you’re chasing a 100-mile buckle or just looking to push your limits on a course built to keep you moving.
Finish the year strong. Start the next even stronger.
Location, Dates, and Time
Location: Wolf River Refuge Trailhead
S. Walnut Bend Rd.
Memphis, TN
Start: New Year’s Eve — December 31 at 7:00 AM
Finish: January 1 at 7:00 PM
Time Limit: 36 Hours
4 mile course loop
Cash, Buckles, Medals, and Swag
All participants will earn awards based on distance completed:
1 Loop (4 Miles): Finisher Medal
13 Loops (52 Miles - 99 miles): 52+ Mile Buckle
25 Loops (100 Miles): 100-Mile Buckle
Sub-24 Hour 100 Miles: Exclusive Sub-24 Hour 100-Mile Buckle
Cash Awards
Top Male & Female (Most Miles in 36 Hours): $500 Each
Race Swag
Every runner will receive a Bella Canvas fleece collection soft style hoodie — ultra-soft, comfortable, and built for everyday wear.
Rules
No pacers allowed.
Trekking poles are allowed, but not necessary for this course.
No littering — this includes aid stations, trails, and the finish line area.
Stay on the marked course at all times.
Headphones are allowed, but this course will have a high volume of runners. Please stay aware of your surroundings and be respectful when others are passing.
You are responsible for the behavior of your crew and any support.
If you receive IV fluids, oxygen, or sustain a serious injury, your race is over.
No cheating. If you have to ask… it probably is.
No stashing supplies on the course
Your official mileage will be the last completed loop recorded on the board when the 36-hour time limit ends.
Aid Station
There will be 1 fully manned Aid Station at the Start/Finish line. This will be set-up as a "help yourself" aid station. We will have a ton of food, drinks, snacks, etc. all laid out on tables and will cook food as necessary. You can expect good foods, soups, coffee, and other warm things to help keep you warm.
The aid station will be under a canopy tent, with walls up, heaters, chairs, blankets, etc. It will be a safe place for you to sit under before you go back out for your run.
The runner must bring their own special dietary Nutrition or Hydration needs.
Photographer
Professional photography will be taken throughout the entire 36-hour race. Please wear your bib on the front so our photographer can easily identify you on course.
All photos are paid for by the race organization and will be free for runners to download and share with friends and family.
For More Information
For additional race details, updates, and important announcements, please stay connected with us:
Private Facebook Group: Mamba Trail Runners
Instagram: @moccasinultrafest and @mambatrailrunners
Deferrals & Refunds
All registrations for the Moccasin Ultra Fest are non-refundable and non-transferable. No refunds and no bib transfers will be permitted.
Entries may be deferred for race credit based on the following timeline:
50% race credit if deferred at least 60 days prior to the race
25% race credit if deferred at least 30 days prior to the race
No race credit after December 24th, 2026
These policies are in place due to the planning, permits, and resources required to organize an event of this size.
Weather
Late December weather in Memphis can be drastic. It can be 80 degrees or 30 degrees for the High. It could be raining, snowing, freezing rain, or sunny.
Normal weather: Highs in the upper 40's to lower 50's and Lows in the upper 20's to 30's.
In 2023 during the same time frame of Dec. 27-28 - the High was 53 and the Low was 35.
Please dress accordingly. A jacket, winter hat of some kind, long pants, and gloves are recommended to have in your personal drop bag.
Accommodations
The Wolf River Refuge Trailhead (start / finish line) is located right off Germantown Parkway and there are numerous hotels, restaurants, grocery stores, gas stations, etc. all along Germantown Parkway. Everything you can possibly need is within a mile or two from the Trailhead.
Event's current local time: 9:05 PM CT
