The Ultra Bird 12hr and 6hr Trail Races

Push your limits and carry the mission at the 2026 Ultra Bird Trail Races & RUCK Challenge, a fall endurance event featuring trail running and rucking challenges—all benefiting the Egress Endurance Project. Designed to test grit, resilience, and purpose, Ultra Bird brings athletes together for a full day on the trails in support of recovery, community, and transformation through movement.

Race & Challenge Options

 Trail Running Events

12-Hour Trail Race – Run as many miles as you can within the time limit

6-Hour Trail Race – A true endurance test on scenic singletrack

10K Trail Race – Fast, challenging, and fun fall trail racing

5K Trail Race – A strong effort on beautiful wooded terrain

All runners will start and finish at the Pigeon Creek Ski Lodge. Runners will race on a 5k loop on the well groomed and scenic trails of Pigeon Creek. The 6 hour and 12 hour events will take place on Saturday, November 3. The 12 hour will start at 6 am and end at 6 pm. The 6 hour event will start at noon and end at 6 pm.