Cow Ford 50 Miler
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Event
The Cow Ford 50 miler is an urban ultramarathon in Jacksonville, Florida on March 28, 2026. The advertised total distance is about 50 miles. The event starts from the downtown area near 610 E Bay St and moves through historic neighborhoods, riverfront areas, suburban corridors, and the urban core. Registration closes on Fri, Mar 27.
Course and logistics
The course is organized as five sequential segments on paved roads, shared-use paths, bridges, and greenways. Elevation is generally flat with notable bridge climbs. The route is about 98% accessible by roadway, bike path, or sidewalk; there is a roughly one-mile section in Ortega (around mile 12-13) without a sidewalk or shoulder.
- Segment 1 - Springfield Loop - ~9.60 miles
- Segment 2 - Ortega Loop - ~13.45 miles
- Segment 3 - SUP to Baymeadows - ~11.10 miles
- Segment 4 - Old Kings Road to Acosta Bridge - ~10.40 miles
- Segment 5 - Urban Core Finish - ~6.65 miles
Safety rules require obeying all road and traffic laws, using legal crossings, and avoiding jaywalking. Runners and pacers must use a headlamp and safety lights or a vest with blinking front and back lights after 6:00-6:30 pm. GPX/KMZ files will be provided later and participants are responsible for navigation.
There will be 6-7 aid stations with water and Skratch electrolytes, two aid stations offering hot food, and some unmanned coolers. Crews may assist only in designated areas and only one crew vehicle is allowed per participant. Pacers are allowed after the halfway point; runners aged 60 and over may use a pacer earlier (around mile 18-20). All pacers must sign a waiver and only one pacer is allowed at a time. A 16-hour cutoff applies, equal to a 19-minute per mile average. Awards include top 3 overall male and female and at least a first-place masters prize, with additional awards depending on entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
