The Sand Monster
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The Sand Monster - 6 Hour Ultra (Columbia, SC, March 21, 2027)
The Sand Monster is a 6 hour timed trail race held at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, South Carolina. The course is a single loop of 3.5 miles with approximately 270 feet of elevation gain per lap. Trails include a mix of single track and double track, with one longer sandy climb, pine-needle covered tread, and tree-lined sections that provide shade. The loop will be well marked.
Athletes have a six hour window to run, hike, or walk as many laps as they choose. A single completed 3.5 mile lap is sufficient to record a finish. All laps must be completed within the six hour time window; if several athletes complete the same number of laps, placing is determined by the finish order of the last completed lap.
Event services and extras include on-course support, multiple port-a-johns, personalized bib numbers, and starter swag. Each starter and volunteer is scheduled to receive a Boco Gear technical trucker hat while supplies last. The event also features personalized inspiration cards from local fifth graders, unique awards for the top four overall male and female finishers, a grand master award for top finishers age 50 and over, additional special awards such as Spirit, Honey Badger and Far Out, and a post-race raffle.
Registration closes March 14 and the listed entry price is 103.43 USD. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
