MUTS Running - Big Butts
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Frosty 15
Frosty 15 is an out-and-back trail race on the Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail in Madison, Mississippi. Distances offered:
- 15.5 miles
- 15k
The course is single-track and often rugged, running from the West Florida Boundary historic site (milepost 107.9) north to the Highway 43 trailhead and back, with a turnaround for the 15k. The event is chip timed, has a 5-hour time limit, and provides two aid stations (mile 2.75 and mile 7.7). This is a cupless event and participants must carry a water bottle or hydration pack. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each race; runners who switch distances during the race may receive a result but are not eligible for awards.
Fondren Urban Ultra
The Fondren Urban Ultra is a 12-hour timed road race held on a 3.1 mile (5k) loop in the Fondren neighborhood of Jackson, Mississippi. The loop begins and ends at Fondren Church (3327 Old Canton Rd). The course mixes hills and flat sections and is USATF certified for use in 50k, 100k, and 12-hour record attempts. The race is chip timed; individual runners must check in each lap and may pause in the staging area between laps. One aid station at the start/finish supplies water, Tailwind, and sweet and salty food.
Big Butts
Big Butts is a trail event at the Mississippi College Choctaw Trails with 7.75 mile loops on cross country and Butts Park single-track trails. Distances and formats:
- 100k
- 50k
- 25k
- 2-4 person relay
There is room for personal aid near the start, an aid station at start/finish and one on course. Time limits apply (14 hours for 100k/50k/relay; 7 hours for the 25k). Awards are given to top finishers and the first relay team; a cash prize is offered for beating the course record. Registration is noted to open in October.
Clear Creek Ultra
Clear Creek Ultra is staged on private single-track trails near 1074 Rhymes Road, Crystal Springs, Mississippi, using a one-mile loop. The event encourages camping at the start/finish area and permits runners to set up personal aid. One aid station at start/finish provides water, Tailwind, and food. Participants self-report loop counts into UltraSignup for final results; a race clock is available at the start/finish. Registration covers food, drink, and toilets but there are no shirts or place awards, and refunds, transfers, or deferrals are not offered. Pets are requested to be left at home. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
