No Bull Around It
Meadow Grove, United States • 24-26 Apr 2026
No Bull Around : April 24-26, 2026
No Bull Around is a multi-hour ultrarunning event held near Pierce, Nebraska. Event options include:
- 48-hour event
- 24-hour event
- 12-hour event
- 6-hour event
- 3-hour event
The 2026 edition moves to Willow Creek Recreation Area and adds a 3-hour time frame.
Location and camping
The event takes place at Willow Creek State Recreation Area on the 700-acre Willow Creek Reservoir, managed by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. The area is about 4 miles southwest of Pierce. Willow Way Campground includes 165 campsites with electricity plus additional basic campsites. Half the campsites take reservations; the remainder are first-come, first-served with self-registration in iron ranger boxes. A dump and fill station for campers is located in Pierce next to the Pierce County Courthouse.
Course, aid and awards
The course uses a limestone hike/bike trail with a 1.75-mile out-and-back loop that equals 3.5 miles per lap. The start location is the Warren G. Otto Picnic area. There will be an unmanned aid station about halfway with water, ice, Tailwind sports drink, and snacks. Race food offerings include chips, fruit, vegetables, grilled cheese, hot meals with vegan/vegetarian options, and scheduled breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. Pacers are allowed for longer events under specified rules; 6-hour and 3-hour events do not allow pacers.
Awards are given to the top male and female in each category; awards are plaques with no cash prizes. Swag includes cups, long sleeves, medals/buckles, and backpacks. Buckles are planned for multiple distance milestones up to a custom 200-mile buckle. Discounts are available for military, first responders, and donors with proof requirements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.