The Swamp Fox Ultra
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The Swamp Fox Ultra
The Swamp Fox Ultra is a trail event in McClellanville, South Carolina, organized by Palmetto Ultras and held on trails within the Francis Marion National Forest. Distances offered include:
- 100 Miler
- 50 Miler
- 50K
- Half Marathon
- 10K
The 100 miler uses both the Awendaw and Swamp Fox Passages of the Palmetto Trail and traverses the forest end to end; the race follows an out-and-back format so most sections and aid stations are passed twice. The 100 miler covers roughly 104 miles; the 50 miler is roughly 53 miles; the half marathon is about 14 miles. Courses are not USATF certified.
The trail terrain is mostly flat and runnable, with single- and double-track sections, some fire roads, boardwalks and tree roots. Much of the route is shaded; some sections and fire roads are exposed. Water may be present on parts of the trail depending on recent weather.
Support includes four aid stations plus three water drops along the 52-mile out leg; aid stations provide food, hydration, and porta potties. The event has moved to cupless aid stations; participants receive a reusable collapsible cup at packet pickup. Drop bags can be transported to aid stations. Packet pickup is planned at The Foot Store in Mount Pleasant and at the start/finish area.
Required gear for 100 milers includes a phone with the GPX file, capacity to carry 1.5 L fluids, an emergency blanket, a lightweight jacket, and a power bank. Electronic tracking is included for 100-mile entrants; 50-mile entrants may purchase tracking. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
