No Bull Around It
Meadow Grove, United States • 24-26 Apr 2026
No Bull Around It - Pierce, NE
No Bull Around It takes place April 24 - 26, 2026 at Willow Creek State Recreation Area near Pierce, Nebraska. The event is a multi-duration timed trail event with several time-frame options for participants.
Distances offered:
- 48-hour event
- 24-hour event
- 12-hour event
- 6-hour event
- 3-hour event
The course uses a limestone hike/bike trail configured as a 2-mile out-and-back loop that equals 4 miles. The start and finish are located at the Warren G. Otto picnic area. The loop runs toward the Willow Creek State Park campground, and crewing is possible from the campground area.
Willow Creek State Recreation Area provides a range of camping options including Electric Plus, Electric, Basic, Equestrian Electric Plus and Equestrian Basic sites. Willow Way Campground includes electrical sites, basic sites, picnic tables, restrooms, showers, laundry, and a dump-and-fill station; some campsites are reservable while others are first-come, first-served with on-site iron ranger self-registration.
Awards are given to the top male and female in each category as custom plaques; no cash prizes are offered. Swag includes a Beast Trail Racing speed cup, sun-proof long sleeves, distance-specific medals or buckles, and backpacks. Buckles are planned for 50k, 50 miles, 100k, 100 miles, and 150 miles, with a custom buckle for 200 miles. Pacer rules: 48- and 24-hour participants may use pacers after 12 hours, 12-hour participants may use pacers after 8 hours, and 6- and 3-hour participants may not use pacers.
Food and support include an unmanned halfway aid station stocked with water, ice, Tailwind sports drink, and snacks. On-site food offerings include assorted snacks, grilled cheese, peanut butter and jelly, hummus, fruits and vegetables, and hot meal options with vegan and vegetarian choices. A post-race meal will be announced at a later date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.