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Chief Ladiga 100

Jacksonville, United States • 11 Apr 2026

The Chief Ladiga 100 is a southern springtime ultramarathon held annually in Jacksonville, Alabama, set for April 11, 2026. This event offers multiple distances: 100 miles, 50 miles, 50K, and a half marathon. The 100-mile race features a fast, crew-friendly course along the Chief Ladiga Trail, the nation's longest paved trail, running through scenic wetlands, streams, forests, farmlands, and Appalachian foothills.

Runners cover 50 miles from Jacksonville to Nathan Dean Park in Rockmart, Georgia, then return to complete the full distance. Aid stations are spaced no more than 8 miles apart, with easy crew access. The course has about 3,500 feet of elevation change, making it suitable for first-time 100-mile runners.

The event includes food, music, and awards, with finishers receiving a distinctive buckle medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Jacksonville

Race information

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100 mi
3500 m+
100 Mile
50 mi
50 Mile
50 km
50k
13 mi
Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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