Cotter Bridge Ultra
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Event Overview
The Cotter Bridge Ultra is a timed running event with multiple distance options. The event format requires runners to complete a 4.1667-mile lap within 59 minutes and 59 seconds. A new lap starts on the hour. Distances are achieved by completing laps over a set time period: the 3-hour race covers approximately 12.5 miles, the 6-hour race covers 25 miles, and the 12-hour race covers 50 miles.
Course Details
The course is a 2.08-mile out-and-back route. It follows the White River on a mostly flat, soft surface of fine gravel, 8 to 10 feet wide. The course is described as scenic, with no turns, minimizing the chance of getting lost.
Venue and Atmosphere
The event is held at Big Springs Park in Cotter, Arkansas. The park offers amenities like fishing, swimming, a rope swing, and a playground. The event aims to provide a family-friendly atmosphere with food, music, and activities. Meals are provided for runners, with extra meals available for purchase.
Participant Items and Awards
Registration includes a race shirt, stickers, and sponsor giveaways. Additional items like hats are available for purchase. Awards are custom-made for each time/distance and have included items like glass pints, hand-crafted clay ornaments, and laser-engraved coasters. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
