Jackalope Jam
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Jackalope Jam
The Jackalope Jam is a timed trail event held at 7IL Ranch near Cat Spring, Texas. Participants attempt to record the greatest distance possible during a chosen event duration by running, walking, hiking, or competing in separate ruck divisions. Teams of two to six people may enter the 24-Hour Relay.
Event durations include:
- 1-hour
- 3-hour
- 6-hour
- 12-hour
- 24-hour
- 48-hour
- 72-hour
- 100-hour
- Jackalope Joey 10-minute kids run
The course is a flat, fast 2-mile out-and-back on short-grass and gravel farm road with a one-mile marker known as the "Cone of Death." Only completed full 2-mile laps count toward a participant’s total. Longer-event participants commonly take extended breaks, sleep, set up personal aid along the course, or leave and return to continue accumulating distance.
On-site facilities at the private ranch include a barn and pavilion staging area, parking, on-site camping, washroom and shower facilities, and RV hookup spots (RV reservations handled separately). A fully stocked main aid station at the start/finish provides a substantial buffet and real food options for overnight participants. Runners are encouraged to set up tents and crew areas along the course for easy access.
All participants receive a mounted jackalope head and either a race shirt or hoodie depending on event distance, plus a keepsake. Solo competitors who reach 100 kilometers or more earn milestone buckles; bonus patches are available for ruck participants. Relay entries follow an open format with exchanges only in the start/finish exchange area; teams compete in male, female, or coed divisions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
