East Fork Ultra

Event Details

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

Location: East Fork State Park, Bethel, OH

Race Distances:

• 100 miles
• 100K
• 50K
• 15 miles

Course Information:

The races will traverse beautiful and challenging trails around the lake. The main loop is approximately 33 miles, with varying distances for each race:

• 100 miles: 3 loops
• 100K: 2 loops
• 50K: 1 loop
• 15 miles: Out and back route

Expect creek crossings, scenic lake views, and diverse terrain including single track trails and park roads.

Cutoff Times:

This event has specific cutoff times to ensure safety:

• 100 mile: 40-hour cutoff; must start each loop before specified times.
• 100K: 40-hour cutoff; additional hard cutoff at Nature Center Aid Station.
• 50K: 40-hour cutoff.
• 15 Miler: 12-hour cutoff.

Registration Fee:

• 100 Miler: $285.72
• 100K: $168.57
• 50K: $98.12
• 15 Miler: $76.87

Swag and Awards:

All entrants receive high-quality swag, and finishers will be awarded a belt buckle for the 100 mile race.

Packet Pickup:

Packet pickup will be on Friday and Saturday leading up to the race.

Inclusivity Statement:

Empower Ultras welcomes runners of all races, ethnicities, and gender identities. We support diversity in our events.

Where to Stay:

For accommodations, please see available hotels in the Eastgate area, or consider camping at East Fork State Park Campground.