No Bull Around It

Event overview

No Bull Around is an endurance running event held April 24-26, 2026 at Willow Creek State Recreation Area near Pierce, Nebraska. The event offers multiple timed race options:

• 48-hour
• 24-hour
• 12-hour
• 6-hour
• 3-hour

This 2026 edition moves to a new location and adds a 3-hour time frame.

Location and lodging

The venue is Willow Creek State Recreation Area on the 700-acre Willow Creek Reservoir, about 4 miles southwest of Pierce and about 15 miles northwest of Norfolk. Willow Way Campground includes 165 campsites with electricity and additional basic campsites. Amenities listed include picnic tables, fire rings/grills, drinking water, a dump and fill station, modern restrooms, showers, and laundry. About half of the campsites are reservable; the remainder are first-come, first-served with self-registration via an on-site iron ranger.

Course

The course is a limestone hike/bike trail laid out as a 1.75-mile out-and-back loop, equal to 3.5 miles per lap. The start location is the Warren G. Otto Picnic Area, with the route heading toward the Pierce main trail.

Rules, awards, and aid

Pacers are allowed for 48- and 24-hour entrants after 12 hours, and for 12-hour entrants after 8 hours; pacers are not allowed in the 6-hour or 3-hour events. Awards go to the top male and female in each category; there are no cash prizes. Swag includes a speed cup, sun-proof long sleeves, distance-specific medals or buckles, and backpacks. Medals are provided for half-marathon and marathon distances; buckles are planned for 50k, 50 miles, 100k, 100 miles, 150 miles, and a custom buckle for 200 miles. An unmanned aid station is available about halfway on the loop. Race-day food includes a range of snacks, hot meals with vegan/vegetarian options, and Tailwind sports drink. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.