Jackson County Ultras
Jackson County Ultras is a running, trail running, and ultra race on October 31 – December 6, 2026 in Brownstown, IN, with entry fees from $45 to $125.
- Date
- October 31 – December 6, 2026 (100 days to go)
- Price
- $45–$125
- Sports
- RunningTrail RunningUltra
From the Organizer
RACE DATE: Dec. 5th 2026
LOCATION (CHECK IN): Brownstown IN "PYOCA Camp and Retreat Center, Inc."
EVENTS: 10m, 50k, 100K, 100K 2-6p Relay
ONLINE CLOSE: Nov 20th @ Midnight - You may register day of ($10 more) "if not sold out"
- Apparel deadline Nov 15th - Added in the RunSignUp store
Pricing: Prices Increase on June 1st & Sept 1st. - Run Tecumseh Trail Challenge 50k & receive a 10% off Tecumseh & Jackson Ultra Distances for both events!
- Email us for code on registered or grab a race bundle when registering
- ITR Members receive 15% off- email us here if not applied at checkout.
HELP US MAKE HISTORY AND BECOME THE ONLY 100K MIDWEST WESTERN STATES QUALIFIER!
WE NEED 100 FINISHERS IN THE 100K!
Though the course is rugged, Pyoca Camp, Conference, and Retreat Center balances that out with warm, dry places to eat, sleep, shower, and gather before and after the race. We've partnered with the camp to bring you affordable weekend-long packages including full meals on Friday night, Saturday post-race "ends at Midnight", and Sunday recovery breakfast.
RACE PERKS AND EXPIRENCE
- PRIZE MONEY- Pending amounts for 2026, See Guidebook (Note: Revised date)
- Real time results
- All results will be published to Ultrasignup & RunSignUp
- 100k FINISHERS BELT BUCKLE!
- LIVE TRACKING (100k/100k relay only) (2026 update coming)
- 24 HOUR CUT-OFF! All Distances!
- Well stocked Aid Stations!
- Finisher medals / Age Group Awards for ALL!
- Weekend cabin packages & meal options (See STORE during registration)
- Indoor heated facility for drop bags & crew
- FREE professional photos!
- Post-race food Noon-Midnight
- (Chili, Vegan/GF Soup, Assorted Sandwiches, Hummus Pita and veggie tray, chef's salad, chips, condiments drinks, etc.)
Access to post-race showers
- (Chili, Vegan/GF Soup, Assorted Sandwiches, Hummus Pita and veggie tray, chef's salad, chips, condiments drinks, etc.)
- Camping-
- Jackson-Washington State Forest has 54 primitive first come first serve campsites. They are $13 per night. These are located conveniently just down the road from the event & even some of the sites are on the course itself.
- FREE FUN RUN/WALK/HIKE
VOLUNTEERS
- If you are unable to run please consider Volunteering, Volunteers are Essential to this event!
- Volunteers may register on event registration page or email us for more info.
- 6+ Hours and get free entry into any DINO Event
- Free T-Shirt and meal for all volunteers!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
61°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Seymour 2 N, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brownstown, IN
Population
3,020
as of 2023
City Elevation
617 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 52 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Jackson County Ultras, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
100
Days to train
- Race
- Jackson County Ultras
- Date
- October 31 – December 6, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
Coming Up
More Running races near Brownstown, IN
Watermelon 5K Run & Walk
5K · From $20 · 201 S Sugar St
Less than a mile away
Oktoberfest 5K Run & Walk
5K · From $25 · 1350 W. Second St.
9 miles away
HOPE Medora Goes Pink 5K Run/Walk
5K · From $20 · 76 S George St
8 miles away
Camp Challenge 5k Trail Run
5K · From $30 · 8914 US Hwy 50 E
13 miles away
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Brownstown than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Jackson County Ultras
Oct 31, 2026