31 miles of flowing desert trails through Fruita's iconic canyon landscape
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The 50K covers approximately 31 miles through the North Fruita Desert, running two modified loops that showcase the best of the Fruita singletrack — smooth, flowy lower trails leading to the punchy climbs of Zippity-Do-Da. Crew access at the finish hub at miles 10 and 20, with the final 11-mile stretch to the finish. A scenic introduction to longer desert ultras.
Some ultra experience recommended
Fruita, CO, United StatesNovember 07, 2026
Kessel Run Ultra 50K is a loop trail race in Fruita, CO, United States, held on November 07, 2026. The course covers 31 miles, climbs 3,440 ft, and has a 12h cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 5,075 ft | — | ||
Zippity Aid Station Aid Station | 4.5 | 5,049 ft | — | ||
Finish Area Aid Station Aid Station | 10.0 | 5,075 ft | — | Drop Bags | |
Edge Aid Station Aid Station | 14.0 | 5,312 ft | — | ||
Finish Area Aid Station Aid Station | 20.0 | 5,075 ft | 3:00 PM | Drop Bags | |
Zippity Aid Station Aid Station | 24.5 | 5,049 ft | — | ||
Start/Finish / Aid Station Finish | 31.0 | 5,075 ft | 7:00 PM | Drop Bags |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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November afternoons can cool quickly; carry a light layer for the finish
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