Forbidden Forest 30 Hour Ultra Run

Stratford, United States • 3-4 Oct 2026

Forbidden Forest 30-Hour Ultra

The event takes place October 3-4, 2026 at Roosevelt Forest in Stratford, Connecticut (700 Peters Lane). It is a time-limited, loop-based trail ultra with a maximum field size noted as "25/50 TBD participants." Participants may cover as many miles as they wish within the 30-hour limit.

Distances offered

  • 26.2 miles
  • 50K
  • 50 miles
  • 100K
  • 100 miles

Course, support and rules

The course is an irregular loop of 2.23 miles with up to 201 feet of elevation gain per loop. Terrain includes roots, rocks, rolling hills and one larger hill. The pavilion serves as the single aid station. Hydration, GU, snacks and food items (including PB&J sliders, pizza and breakfast sandwiches) are available during the event. Parking is limited; larger vehicles are directed to a side lot and RVs are not allowed. Overnight camping is prohibited by town ordinance.

Awards and pacing: completing 45 loops within 30 hours earns a finisher buckle; a buckle is also awarded upon reaching 100 miles, while overall race winners are determined by most miles completed in the 30-hour period. One pacer is allowed per runner; pacers must register, sign a waiver, check in for a wristband, and pay the stated pacing fee. Unauthorized pacers result in disqualification. Participants must be at least 18 years old or have a parental/guardian waiver. Registration is final; no refunds, transfers or deferrals. Earbuds and hiking poles are permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
100 Miles
100 km
100k
50 mi
50 Miles
50 km
50k
26 mi
26.2 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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