Kessel Run Ultra
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Kessel Run Ultra
Kessel Run Ultra is a trail ultramarathon held in Fruita, Colorado at the North Fruita Desert on November 7, 2026. The event offers multiple distance options on singletrack that move from fast flowing trail into the steeper sections of the Zippity-Do-Da Trail and through high desert terrain with views of the San Juan Mountains and the Colorado National Monument.
Distances
- 10 Mile
- 20 Mile
- 50K
- 40 Mile
- 50 Mile
Course highlights and metrics are provided for each distance. Example figures from course information:
- 50 Mile lowest 5031 feet, highest 5541 feet, elevation gain 5177 feet.
- 40 Mile lowest 5030 feet, highest 5541 feet, elevation gain 4090 feet.
- 50K lowest 5030 feet, highest 5541 feet, elevation gain 3438 feet.
- 20 Mile lowest 5030 feet, highest 5541 feet, elevation gain 2034 feet.
- 10 Mile lowest 5030 feet, highest 5503 feet, elevation gain 1086 feet.
This is a cupless event. Water dispensers are located at the start/finish and at every aid station for filling bladders, bottles, and reusable cups. Aid station mileage, cutoff times, and course limit information are published separately. The start/finish is located across the street from the 18 Road Parking in Fruita with GPS coordinates 39.31093, -108.70360. Fee camping is available nearby at North Fruita Desert via recreation.gov.
Packet pickup occurs the day before the race and on race morning; a photo ID is required to receive a packet. Runners receive a race shirt, bib, BOCO Technical Trucker hat, and finisher's medal. Finish line snacks and drinks are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
