Jackson County Ultras
Brownstown, United States • 5 Dec 2026
Event Overview
The Jackson County Ultras take place in Brownstown, Indiana, on December 5th, 2026. The event features four distances: a 10-mile, a 50k, a 100k, and a 100k Relay for teams of 2 to 6 people. The check-in and main facility is the PYOCA Camp and Retreat Center.
Course and Logistics
The 100k course has approximately 9,270 feet of ascent and 9,196 feet of descent over roughly 62 miles. The course direction alternates yearly, with 2026 being run clockwise. There are well-stocked aid stations, and the event offers live tracking for the 100k and 100k relay participants. The cut-off time for all distances is 24 hours. The start times are staggered, with the 100k solo, 100k relay, and 50k starting from the Jackson County Fairgrounds at 7:30 AM, while the 10-mile race starts at the PYOCA Lodge at 8:30 AM.
Event Amenities
The event partners with the PYOCA Camp to provide facilities, including indoor heated space for drop bags and crew, post-race showers, and post-race food served from noon until midnight. Weekend-long cabin packages with meal options are available for purchase. Primitive camping is also available nearby at the Jackson-Washington State Forest for a fee.
Registration and Awards
Registration prices increase on June 1st and September 1st. Online registration closes on November 20th, with day-of registration available for an extra fee if the event is not sold out. Finishers of the 100k distance receive a belt buckle. All finishers receive medals, and there are age group awards for all distances. There is also a prize purse for the 100k, with details pending for 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.