Red Dirt Ultra
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Event details
The Red Dirt Ultra takes place on Saturday, Feb 21, 2026, in Provencal, LA, at Forest Highway 59 in Kisatchie National Forest. It is the 10th edition of the event. Distances offered are:
- 100K (about 66 miles)
- 50K (about 33 miles)
Registration closes Wed, Feb 18 at 11:59 PM ET. An early-bird discount was offered through August: $20 off the 100K and $10 off the 50K. The race has a cutoff at midnight, which allows 18 hours for the 100K.
Course and support
The course uses the Sandstone and Caroline Dormon Trail. Terrain includes loose and hard-packed sand, stream crossings, climbing and descending, long runnable sections through longleaf pines, and a section alongside the Kisatchie Bayou. Aid stations are staffed by experienced ultra runners. Volunteers provide vegan food options at the finish and at the mid-loop aid station. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.