
From the Organizer
Full Moon 25k/50k kick is the AURA Ultra Trail Series season kickoff race.
Proceeds go to the Arkansas Crisis Center in memory of Logan Wilcoxson, the Arkansas Ultra Running Cross Country Fund which benefits a different high school cross country team each year, Faulkner County HAM, and Williams Junction FD.
The course is set on rolling Forest Service Roads, starting at Camp Ouachita Girl Scout Camp in the Ouachita National Forest. We have a laid-back atmosphere, fully stocked aid stations, and plenty of folks to cheer you on!
Stay for post-race pancakes, bacon, etc...
We hope you join us for an epic night of good times!
Packet Pickup:
· 50k packet pick up starts at 5:00 PM
· 25k packet pick up starts at 6:00 PM
Race Start Times:
· 50k early start is at 6:00 PM. This is for anyone who will need additional time to complete the distance. Mandatory trail briefing will be at 5:45 PM.
· 50k officially starts at 7:00 PM with mandatory trail brief
· 25k officially starts at 8:00 PM with mandatory trail brief
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
90°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alum Fk, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
281 ft
Nearest Airport
HOT
Memorial Field Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Full Moon 25k/50k
Jul 18, 2026