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Anchor Down Ultra

Name: Anchor Down Ultra
Start: 2026-08-07
End: 2026-08-07
Location: Bristol

Bristol, United States • 7 Aug 2026

Event Overview

The Anchor Down Ultra is a timed ultra-marathon event. The races are held at Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island, which is known as The Ocean State.

Event Distances

The event offers three timed race categories:

6-Hour
12-Hour
24-Hour

Each category has both Standard and Preferred entry options.

Additional Information

The event describes itself as "The Smallest State's Longest Races." Additional details can be found on the official race website. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Rhode Island Bristol

Race information

Website Registration

12-Hour

6-Hour

24-Hour

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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