Last Chance Ultra
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About the race
Last Chance Ultra is a weekend trail ultramarathon event held the weekend of December 5, 2026 near Springfield, Missouri, with the event site at 6176 S State Hwy VV, Rogersville, MO. Distances offered include:
- 100 miles
- 100 kilometers
- 50 miles
- 50 kilometers
- 10 miles
The course is a roughly 2 mile loop on well maintained trails, gravel, and some pavement that returns to Base Camp each lap. Base Camp contains the start/finish area, space for crews to set up gear and chairs, and race food available during and after the event. Elevation gain is approximately 3 feet per 2 mile loop. One aid station will operate at the start/finish and will supply supplemental food and HYK electrolytes; runners are expected to be largely self sufficient.
On-site camping and camper parking are allowed with no hookups; generators are permitted. Arrivals for camping are restricted to a specified window on Friday. The nearest hotel listed is Hilton Garden Inn at 4155 S Nature Way in Springfield. Packet pickup takes place at the race site on race morning and requires photo identification; participants may only pick up their own packet.
Timing uses a one-time-use chip attached to the back of the race bib. Cutoffs require completion within 32 hours to be an official finisher. Awards include a finisher medal or buckle by distance, top three male and female awards for each race, and a Dead Last award. Pacers and crews must follow published guidelines and runners are responsible for their crew. The event notes medical risks such as hypothermia, dehydration, and extreme fatigue and encourages participants to monitor their condition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
