The Fall 50
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About the race
The Fall 50 is a point to point road ultramarathon in Door County, Wisconsin covering 50.7 miles over ten legs from Gills Rock to Sturgeon Bay. The route follows the western shoreline of the peninsula and passes through communities including Gills Rock, Ellison Bay, Sister Bay, Ephraim, Peninsula Park, Fish Creek, Egg Harbor, and Carlsville.
The entire course is paved asphalt with some highway sections offering flat gravel shoulders while most back roads do not. The course is not closed to motor vehicle traffic; runners should expect and be prepared for motorists. Red Fall 50 signs mark every turn and mile marker; runners are instructed to follow the side of the road where the signs are placed.
Participants may compete as solo runners or as members of a relay team of 2 to 5 people. Exchange points are mandatory for team handoffs and there are nine exchange locations that provide parking, volunteers, bathrooms, food and drink, and a designated handoff area. On course food and drink at each exchange include cups, water, Gatorade, Clif Bars, oranges, bananas, apples, and chocolate chip cookies. Exchange 5 at mile 29 in Juddville offers an expanded Half Way Buffet with hot soup, sandwiches, and heavier snacks.
Gear check is available for solo runners at packet pickup and at the start; numbered gear bags are delivered to corresponding exchange points. GPX and KML course files are provided for devices. The finish line includes a buffet with beer, wine, soda, pizza, and breadsticks and admission to the party tent is free for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
