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Flat Branch Ultra

Flat Branch, United States • 20 Feb 2027

Event Details

The Flat Branch Ultra is a 50K running event. It takes place in Columbia, Missouri. The course is USATF-certified and follows rails-to-trails paths.

The Course

The race starts and finishes at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park. Runners head southwest on the MKT Trail for approximately 7.5 miles before connecting to the Katy Trail. The route is an out-and-back along these trails, passing the approximately 400-year-old Bur Oak tree. The turnaround point is near Rocheport.

Logistics

  • There are 125 participant spots available.
  • Packet pickup occurs on race day at the start/finish line beginning at 6:30 AM.
  • All competitors must sign a USATF waiver.
  • A cutoff requires runners to reach the halfway aid station by 12:00 PM.
  • Four aid stations are located along the course, including the start/finish line.
  • Drop bag service is provided to the halfway point.
  • Finisher awards and top three overall awards are given.
  • Post-race refreshments are available at the finish line.

History

The event was first held in 2022. It moved to February in 2024, and the start/finish line was relocated to its current location in 2025. The course received USATF certification in 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Missouri Flat Branch

Race information

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