Flat Branch Ultra
Flat Branch, United States • 21 Feb 2026
Flat Branch Ultra is a 50K ultramarathon held annually in Columbia, Missouri, typically on the third Saturday in February. The race starts and finishes at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park and follows a scenic rails-to-trails course along the Missouri River and beneath towering bluffs.
Runners pass notable landmarks such as the nearly 400-year-old Burr Oak tree about 8.5 miles in and traverse the MKT and Katy Trails, with a turnaround near Rocheport. Aid stations and drop bag support are provided along the route. The event offers finisher awards and top overall male and female prizes, with a friendly atmosphere encouraging participants to relax and cheer at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.