Dead Horse Ultra
Saturday, November 20, 2021
Gemini Bridges, Moab, UT
50 mile, 50k,and 30k
Race Starts: 50 Mile- 6 a.m., 50k- 7:00 a.m., 30k- 8 a.m.
Dead Horse Ultra was voted as the "Best Destination Race" for the Mountain West Region.
About Dead Horse Ultra
Dead Horse was created to feature the Magnificent Seven Trails off of Gemini Bridges. The course will challenge you with technical slickrock and sandy washes and has great views of Arches National Park, the La Sal Mountains and the Moab Valley.
Course Information
Elevation Gain: 50 mile- 4500 ft, 50k- 3000 ft, 30k- 2000 ft
Race Guide
Check out the 2020 Dead Horse Ultra Race Guide. Updated 11/9/2020
Travel Information
Check out the Travel Page for information about lodging and recreation in the Moab area.
Packet Pickup
Friday, November 19, 2021
4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Check in and Packet Pick-Up
Location: Springhill Inn and Suites
1865 N Highway 191
Moab, UT 84532
Drive thru only. Please remain in your vehicle.
Race Day Packet Pick-up:
Saturday, November 20, 2021
5:30 a.m.-7:45 a.m.
Check-in and Packet Pickup at the starting line
*You will need to have a photo ID in order to receive your packet and timing chip. This includes race morning packet pick-up. We encourage you to pick up your packet prior to race day morning to eliminate issues on the morning of the race.
Directions to Start/Finish Line
From Center St. and Main St (Highway 191), head north out of town, approximately 10 miles. Make a left into Gemini Bridges parking lot. We highly encourage carpooling to the start. Parking is limited.
There will be parking attendants pointing out parking spots. If you park in an unacceptable location, BLM will issue tickets. Please adhere to parking attendants instructions to avoid tickets and ensure we can continue to work with the BLM for future events hosted by Mad Moose Events.
Race Morning Schedule
Saturday, November 20, 2021
5:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Check-in, packet pickup, and 50 Mile drop bag collection: at the starting line.
6 a.m. – 50 mile start
7 a.m. - 50k start
8 a.m. - 30k start
10 minutes before each race start - Pre-race announcement
Finish Line Information
The finish line is located in the exact same location as the starting line. We will have portable toilets starting Friday afternoon. It is a ways out of town, so bring a cooler with your favorite beverages. We will be serving Mad Moose Enchiladas and other runner approved goodies! We'll also have water, soda, etc available.
Runner Perks
All runners will receive a custom short sleeved race shirt, custom BOCO Gear Technical Trucker, and a finishers' medal.
FAQ
Need more information about pricing, race rules, refund policy, or runner requirements? Check out our FAQ page!
Results
Find the results hosted on UltraSignup!
Race Photos
Race photos are taken by Aktiva Photo! Please give them time to process and sort pictures after the event!