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Southern Tour Ultra 2027

Date
Race weekend: Friday to Saturday, January 15 to 16, 2027
Start time
12:00 PM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $65
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Friday, Jan 15, 2027
100 Mile Individual100 MileJan 15, 202712:00 PM$225–
Saturday, Jan 16, 2027
50 Mile Individual50 MileJan 16, 20276:30 AM$115–
50K50KJan 16, 20277:30 AM$95–
50 Mile Age Graded RelayRelayJan 16, 20278:30 AM$65–
PRE-PURCHASE 50 MILE TEAM50 MileJan 16, 20278:30 AM$650–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 100 Mile Individual: $225 until Jan 9.
  • 50 Mile Individual: $115 until Jan 9.
  • 50K: $95 until Jan 9.
  • 50 Mile Age Graded Relay: $65 until Jan 8.

Online registration closes Jan 9, 2027, unless the race fills first.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:16 AM, and the 100 Mile Individual starts at 12:00 PM. The start sits about 60 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

11471 U.S. 17, Wilmington, NC 28411

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around January 15 the day usually runs from 37°F at dawn to 54°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 26°F and hot years reach 66°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Southern Tour Ultra cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

50 Mile Relay Participant Information

8:00 - All 1st runners will need to check in at the Without Limits Tent. 8:30am Start – all of the 1st runners will line up to start. All relay team members must run a minimum of 1 x 5 mile loop. AGE GRADED: All team times will be…

Schedule and packet pickup

Schedule of Events

Friday. 1:00pm to 5:00pm – Packet Pickup at Fleet Feet Sports Wilmington. 1:00pm to 7:00pm – Camping Check In at Packet Pickup location (must have a camping pass to enter the grounds). 7:00pm - All RVs and Campers must be inside the…

Course

Course Map

50 MILE AND 50K INDIVIDUAL 10 MILE MAP. RELAY MAP - 5 MILE. LAST MAN STANDING MAP.

Course

50K Participant Information

Starts at 7:30am – arriving at the site early as close to 6am is recommended. Mandatory meeting at 7:15am. 3 loops of the 10 mile course. You must wear your bib at all times during the race. Your bib has your chip. You must run through the…

Course

Last Man Standing

The Last Man Standing is BACKYARD ULTRA APPROVED. If you are not sure what the backyard ultra is, please click here. You will run the 4.167 mile course every 1:00:00. If you finish in 40:00 you have 20:00 rest. The last runner on the…

Parking and travel

Parking

Entrance off Scott's Hill Loop Rd - MAP IT. Parking Information: Each team and individual entry will receive one parking pass for Saturday's venue parking. Parking is first-come, first-served. Your pass allows you to set up on Friday as…

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Race details

Where
11471 U.S. 17, Wilmington, NC 28411Map
Course
Trail
Start elevation
About 60 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
50K, 50 Mile, 100 Mile, Relay
Editions
2027 (Jan 15, 2027), 2026 (Jan 16, 2026), 2025 (Jan 18, 2025), 2024 (Jan 20, 2024), 2023 (Jan 21, 2023), 2022 (Jan 20, 2022)

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Quick answers

When is Southern Tour Ultra?
It is a race weekend, Friday to Saturday, January 15 to 16, 2027: 100 Mile on Friday; 50 Mile, 50K, Relay on Saturday.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $65 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Jan 9, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?
Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
50K, 50 Mile, 100 Mile, Relay.
Where does it start?
11471 U.S. 17, Wilmington, NC 28411.

From the organizers

Get ready for an epic experience at the Southern Tour Ultra! We've got some awesome challenges lined up, including the 100 mile ultra, a 50 Mile race, a 50-kilometer race, and a 50-mile team relay. It's a chance to be a part of history while staying healthy and having a blast. And guess what? There's more than just racing – we've got classic rock music, fantastic beer, camping, tailgating, and a massive bonfire that'll keep the excitement going all day. Join us for a race day like no other!