Dead Horse Ultra
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Dead Horse Ultra
Dead Horse Ultra takes place on November 14, 2026 in Moab, UT. The event offers multiple trail distances:
- 15K
- 30K
- 50K
- 50 mile
The courses use the Magnificent Seven trail system and include technical slickrock, rocky climbs, and singletrack. Runners follow the Gemini Bridges Trail to the first aid station with views from Court Point into Bride Canyon. After the roughly 15 mile aid station, the route continues onto Bull Run Trail with recurring vistas of Arches National Park, the La Sal Mountains, and the Moab Valley.
Course elevation data provided for each distance:
- 50 mile: lowest 4564', highest 5797', elevation gain 4895', elevation loss 4892'.
- 50K: lowest 4560', highest 5768', elevation gain 2805', elevation loss 2812'.
- 30K: lowest 4564', highest 5131', elevation gain 1729', elevation loss 1729'.
- 15K: lowest 4564', highest 5000', elevation gain 932', elevation loss 932'.
Aid station and sustainability notes: the event is cup-less. Water dispensers are located at the start/finish area and at every aid station; runners may fill bladders, bottles, and reusable cups. Detailed aid station mileage, cutoff times, and course limits are provided in the race guide.
Logistics and parking: the start/finish is at the Gemini Bridges trailhead, about 10 miles north of downtown Moab. The main parking lot is one way with a designated drop-off zone; overflow and oversized vehicle parking are available nearby. Pedestrians must use the under-highway path and not cross the highway. Parking attendants direct vehicle placement and parking rules are part of the event safety plan.
Finish area and extras: the finish is at the same location as the start. Food and beverages are available at the finish area. All entrants receive a custom short sleeved race shirt, a technical trucker, and a finishers medal. Volunteer roles include aid station support and remote 4x4 access; volunteers may earn credits toward future race entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
