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Dunes 50K Ultra

Name: Dunes 50K Ultra
Start: 2026-04-25
End: 2026-04-25
Location: Hobe Sound

Hobe Sound, United States • 25 Apr 2026

Dunes 50K Ultra & Heavy Half

The event is held at Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Hobe Sound, FL, near 16450 S.E. Federal Highway. Distances offered include:

50K
13.1 (Heavy Half)
Kids FREE Fun Run

Courses traverse more than 11,000 acres and pass through 16 distinct natural communities. Terrain types named in the event description include prairie wetlands and areas referred to as the Dunes of Heaven and Hell. Several sections consist of soft, rolling sugar sand dunes that require sustained effort to cross.

The organizer states that spots are limited and that registration closes on Sat, Apr 25 at 11:59 PM ET. Event rules listed include no refunds and no transfers; vouchers will be honored until 3/27/25. The event information also references runner swag and an event schedule, and it lists the venue and general course characteristics. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Florida Hobe Sound

Race information

Website Registration

50 km

50k

14 mi

Heavy Half

Kids Free Fun Run

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

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