The Next Loop 40M/50M Challenge at Indian Camp Creek Park
August 1, 2026
Your Endurance. No Limits. One More Loop. Ready to take the next step beyond the marathon? The Next Loop 40M/50M Challenge at Indian Camp Creek is designed for runners looking to break through barriers, tackle their first ultra-distance event, or chase a new personal best in a supportive trail-running environment. Set within the beautiful trails of Indian Camp Creek Park, runners will complete repeated loops on a scenic course featuring wooded trails, rolling terrain, creek crossings, and natural Missouri landscapes. The loop format allows athletes to return regularly to the Start/Finish area, aid station, and personal staging areas while still experiencing a true trail ultra challenge. Unlike traditional point-to-point races, The Next Loop format removes many of the logistical concerns that can make longer distances intimidating. Your gear, nutrition, crew, and support are always close by, allowing you to focus on one thing—taking the next step.
Race Options
- 40 Mile Challenge
- 50 Mile Challenge
12-Hour Cutoff
Designed to be challenging yet achievable for runners moving up from the marathon or 50K distance while still providing a meaningful test for experienced ultra runners.
- Fully Stocked Aid Station
- Personal Runner Staging Areas
- Crew-Friendly Format
- Pacers Allowed After the Halfway Point
- Ideal First 40-Mile or 50-Mile Ultra
- Beautiful Missouri Trail System
- Supportive Community Atmosphere
Whether you're chasing your first ultra finish, your first 50 miler, or a new personal record, this event is built around helping runners succeed. There are plenty of races focused on who's fastest. This challenge is about finding out how far you're capable of going when you refuse to quit. At Indian Camp Creek, every mile is earned, every challenge is personal, and every finisher has a story worth telling. The distance is waiting. The only question is: How far will you go?