Race Details:

This is a FAT ASS ULTRA 50K and 30k event, there is no registration fee. Due to the limited availability of parking, and the unique wilderness environment of the course, participation will be capped at 50. I ask that you carpool if possible.

The run starts at the Pat's Island Trailhead in the Ocala Nation Forest (just outside Salt Springs) and will take you across some of the most scenic and oldest sections of the Florida Trail. During the run you will get to see the beautiful Juniper and Hopkins Prairies located in the Juniper Wilderness area. This area is host to abundant wildlife, rare plants, and amazing history.

The course is two out and back runs, first you will run south 8.8 miles to Juniper Springs Recreation area (17.6 miles roundtrip) come back to the start point and then north 7.25 miles (14.5 miles roundtrip).

NOTE: The 30k route runs only the south half of the course.

Directions to the Trailhead:
From the intersection of SR40 and SR19, Drive North 5.9 Miles on SR19, Turn Left on to Forest Road 46. Continue 2.2 Miles on the dirt road to Trailhead on the right.

DNS Policy

Combat Racing’s free Fat Ass events have extremely limited capacity and typically maintain a waitlist. A runner who registers and fails to attend without notifying the race director prevents another runner from participating.

UltraSignup allows runners to withdraw up to seven (7) days before the event without receiving a DNS. Runners who need to withdraw after that time should contact the race director as soon as possible. We understand that emergencies happen, and communication is appreciated.

Runners who receive two (2) Did Not Start (DNS) results at Combat Racing free events may become ineligible to register for future free Combat Racing events. The race director may also consider a documented pattern of repeated DNSs at other free, limited-entry Florida events when determining eligibility.

Exceptions may be made at the sole discretion of the race director for extraordinary circumstances.

Support The Florida Trail:

The Florida Trail (FT) is a 1,500-mile trail that extends from the Big Cypress National Preserve at the edge of the Everglades in south Florida to Gulf Islands National Seashore on Santa Rosa Island in the Florida panhandle. The trail is used by thru-hikers, day hikers, trail runners, and for events like the one you're signing up for now!

The FT provides opportunities for recreation in some of the most beautiful and unique landscapes in Florida, and it's made possible by the work of the Florida Trail Association (FTA) and thousands of volunteer hours. FTA relies on donations from trail users like you to sustain their volunteer work. As a participant in this event that uses the Florida Trail, we encourage you to make a donation to support these efforts and ensure the trail is protected and maintained for years to come (minimum suggested donation per participant of $25) . To learn more about the Florida Trail, visit www.floridatrail.org

Event's current local time: 8:37 AM ET