Dark Anchor

Event overview

Dark Anchor is a timed ultramarathon held on Jekyll Island, Georgia. The 2026 edition is listed as sold out. The event is organized as a long-duration timed race with a 34-hour overall format and chip timing with live tracking and lap counting provided by a professional timing service.

Course and distances

The course is a 3-mile loop with a small out-and-back on Live Oak Avenue. The loop is run counterclockwise for the duration of the event. The organizers describe the surface as smooth, highly runnable, and essentially flat with no elevation change.

Distances offered:

• 100 Miles
• 80 Miles
• 100K
• 50K
• 25K

Times are recorded for distances from 25K upward. The race is cupless; runners are expected to use reusable cups.

Support, crew and policies

Aid is provided at a fully stocked aid station with beverages and food; lunch and dinner service is available to runners. A Yeti food truck serves runners. Only registered runners are allowed in the Yeti HQ aid and food area; crews may use nearby public areas. Pacers are not allowed except a person or persons may join a 100-mile runner on the final parade loop. Portables and park restrooms are available. AWD (athletes with disabilities) entrants must be able to run the course and comply with the event cutoff and other entry criteria. Refunds, deferrals, and transfers are not offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.