Last Chance Ultra

Last Chance Ultra

Last Chance Ultra is a trail ultramarathon held on December 5, 2026 near Rogersville, Missouri (6176 S State Hwy VV). The event offers multiple timed distances and uses a single base camp at the start/finish area where racers can set up gear and access post-race and on-course support.

Distances:

• 10 miles
• 50 km
• 50 miles
• 100 km
• 100 miles

The course is a roughly 2 mile loop of well maintained trails, gravel, and some pavement that returns to base camp each lap. Elevation change is minimal, about 3 feet per loop. One aid station is located at the start/finish area and will provide supplemental food and electrolytes; participants are expected to carry what they need for their distance. A one-time-use chip on the back of the race bib will provide official timing.

Rules and support: all participants must travel the entire distance by foot and follow race staff directions. A 32 hour cutoff applies for all distances to be considered official finishers. Pacers may join runners partway through events and must be over 18 and on foot only. Crews and pacers must follow the published guidelines; runners are responsible for their crew.

Camping is allowed on-site without hookups; generators and porta potties are available. Nearest hotel listed is Hilton Garden Inn in Springfield. Finishers receive medals or buckles depending on distance, and top finishers and the last finisher in each race also receive awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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