The Great Divide Ultra
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Event Overview
The Great Divide Ultra is a trail running festival held in early June in Divide, Colorado. The event takes place on the rolling meadows of Mueller State Park. The courses are 100% smooth single and double-track trail.
Distances
The event offers four main distances:
- 100 mile
- 100k
- 50k
- 25k
There is also a Dark Divide Night Run (50k/25k) that begins at 8:00 PM on Saturday.
Course Details
The 100-mile course is described as the first 100-miler on the Colorado calendar. It consists of multiple loops on a 14.8-mile looped course. The terrain is non-technical. Elevation for the event ranges from approximately 9,189 to 9,743 feet. The 100-mile event has a 36-hour cutoff. Aid stations are placed 4.3 to 6.1 miles apart and are accessible by crew. All aid stations allow drop bags.
Aid Stations & Support
All aid stations are stocked with Tailwind, Muir Energy Gels, snacks, fruit, and soda. Some stations also offer warm food like bacon, quesadillas, and potatoes.
Registration & Inclusions
Registration includes a gender-specific race shirt, a BOCO trucker hat, a personalized bib, a finisher's award, aid station support, and a post-race meal. Finishers of the 100-mile and 100k distances receive a belt buckle.
Logistics
Packet pickup is available on Friday in Woodland Park and on race mornings at the start/finish line or John Wesley Ranch. Crew access is allowed at the Livery (start/finish) and Hart-Lee Homestead aid stations. Pacing is allowed for the 100-mile and 100k distances under specific rules. Parking is at designated lots, with shuttles provided for some distances.
Location & Travel
The event is held at Mueller State Park near Divide, Colorado. The closest airport is Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Camping is available by reservation within Mueller State Park, and dispersed camping is available nearby. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
