The Ivy Trek Ultra

The Ivy Trek Ultra

The Ivy Trek Ultra is a trail running event on September 26, 2026, at Clarkco State Park near Quitman, Mississippi. The event offers multiple distances on a repeated loop course and includes on-site camping options and park facilities.

Distances

• 50K - 4 laps of the 7.78 mile loop
• 25K - 2 laps of the 7.78 mile loop
• 12.5K - 1 lap of the 7.78 mile loop

The course uses mostly double track with some single track sections, several bridges, a landmark called Gold Fish Pond, and recurring views of Ivy Lake. The loop measures 7.78 miles and runners must complete the full route as mapped; cutting the course may result in disqualification.

Aid and support include one aid station located on the loop and the Start/Finish area serving as an additional aid location. Participants are required to bring a water container; coolers will be available to refill containers. Littering may lead to disqualification.

Camp sites, cabins and pads are available at the park; park gate fees are included with race entry while overnight camping and cabin fees are not included and require separate reservation. Packet pickup is scheduled Friday before the race at Pavilion 2 and race morning packet pickup will be available near the start area. Each finisher receives a custom medal and an official race shirt; the first 100 registrants are guaranteed a custom patch. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.