Red River Ultrafest
'Red River Ultrafest' is Fargo/Moorhead's first ultramarathon. Why are we putting this race on? Fargo/Moorhead needs a space for endurance athletes to push themselves. This is that opportunity.
Race Description
Max distance in one of the following time domains: (prices will increase as we near the event start)
- -3 hours
- -6 hours
- -12 hours
- -24 hours
If racers go 100 miles in the run and 100k in the ruck, they will receive a buckle. Two racing categories for each time domain:
- -Run/Walk
- -Ruck (35lbs) racer must supply their pack with proper weights
*Note- Each race is male/female combined.
Registration Includes:
- -Race T-shirt
- -Finishers Award
- -Finish Pizza
- -All of the snacks and fuel you could want at the aid station
Schedule:
(Run/Ruck)
- Friday Sept. 18th, 2026
- -6:00 pm Check-In for 24-Hour Race Opens
- -7:00 pm 24-Hour Race Begins
- Saturday Sept. 19th, 2026
- -6:00 am Check-In Opens
- -7:00 am 12-Hour Race Begins
- -8:00 am 6-Hour Race Begins
- -9:00 am 3-Hour Race Begins
- -12:00 pm 3-Hour Race Finish/Awards
- -2:00 pm 6-Hour Race Finish/Awards
- -7:00 pm 12/24-Hour Race Finish/Awards
Course Description/Course Map:
The course will start in Gooseberry on trails, then move across the bridge into Lindenwood, head north to Dike East, then back to Gooseberry. In total, each lap would be 5 miles.
Race Course GPX File: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/346179348
Best Aid Station Ever:
We will ensure that our main aid station is one of the best you will experience at any race. Please bring a collapsible cup if you have one. Limited cups will be available at the event. A lightly stocked water station will be available at the turnaround point. We're back, baby! -Ty Casey