Experience the Challenge of Ocean State Ultra!

Welcome to Ocean State Ultra! Whether you’re a seasoned ultra runner or tackling the distance for the first time, expect a day of grit, determination, and camaraderie. Get ready to embrace the elements, conquer the terrain, and make lasting memories in this epic race that promises both a challenge and an experience you’ll never forget. Let’s make it happen!

Race Details

Ocean State Ultra consists of 3 race categories: 100 mile, 12 hour, and 6 hour. The three races will all begin on Saturday August 29th and the 100 mile runners will have 36 hours until Sunday August 30th. The race is located at Big River State Management Area in West Greenwich, Rhode Island

Set-up

Tents of any kind are prohibited other than for our designated aid stations please don’t bring one! Participants may set up tables for their supplies in the designated area by the start line. No fires are allowed! Please do not arrive earlier than 6:30am as race crew will be setting up.

Aid Stations

There will be a fully stocked main aid station at the start area. There will be additional manned aid station at about the 5 mile mark of each loop. In addition to these, there will be two unmanned water/electrolyte stations at around 2.5 miles away from the start and finish location. Aid stations will have basic necessities including water, electrolytes, candy, and snacks. As the day progresses we will included hot meals such as ramen, rice, eggs, etc.Drop bags may be given to race staff. They must be clearly marked with your name and/or bib number. Drop bags are allowed at any of our aid stations. To accommodate nut allergies, no nuts will be served at aid stations but you may bring nut products in your drop bag.

Parking

Parking will be offsite (location TBA soon). A shuttle will provide transportation to participants and spectators to the race start location.

The Course

LOOP! If you participated last year, you will happy to know that we have a true loop this year. The course consists of 10 mile loops (1.5 miles of desert, 1 mile of pavement, and 7.5 miles of trails) through Big River Management Area. The trail is relatively flat with an elevation gain of 430ft per loop and minimally technical terrain.

Race Swag

Each participant will receive a race sweatshirt. 100 mile finishers will receive a buckle! There is additional items for sale on our website oceanstatetrail.com.

Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers! Positions include:
Aid station support
Course sweepers
Photographer
Shuttle driver
Start/Finish Line
Course setup
Course cleanup

If you have any interest click on the volunteer link at the top or email oceanstatetrail@gmail.com

Event's current local time: 3:14 AM ET