Jug End Loop Ultra

Jug End Loop Ultra - August 22, 2026

This year marks the 11th time we are holding the Jug End Loop Ultra, and we look forward to your participation in this amazing event!

Race Specifics

• DATE: August 22, 2026
• EVENT TIME: The 4.2 mile event will start at 8:00 am. Paperwork has been submitted for DCR permit for August 23, 8-2pm for the 6 hour event.
• TIME LIMIT: 6-Hour Ultra Event. Run/walk as many laps as you choose of the 4.2 mile course before cutoff. No partial laps will be scored. A .75 mile "mini jug" loop will be used the last hour.

BENEFICIARY

This year's event will be benefiting the Louison House in North Adams, MA, the only homeless shelter and support organization serving northern Berkshire County. We have donated more than $10,000 to Louison House through this event! The 4.2 Mile John G Memorial Run will donate profits to Dana Farber.

LOCATION

Jug End State Reservation, 120 Jug End Road, Egremont, MA. (Using "Guilded Hollow Road" may help find the parking lot better. There will be a sign at the end of the parking lot connecting to Jug End Road.)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

4.2 mile course through woods, fields, and an apple orchard. Approximately 2.1 miles of uphill and 2.1 miles of downhill per lap, with 830' elevation change per lap. Follows the Jug End Loop Trail and includes an upper loop. For the last 60 minutes, a .75 mile mini loop will be available to help participants reach milestones like half marathon, marathon, or 50k.

AWARDS

Overall Awards for Top Male and Female. Expanded Age Group Awards for the 6-hour event. Unique Finisher's Award: 16 oz Handmade Ceramic Mug for all finishers. Hand-made awards for champions in each event. Special recognition for teachers, active/retired service members, and first responders with code SERVICE! for 10% off.

REGISTRATION COSTS

• 4.2 Miler Registration: $30.00 (Price after Nov 30: $35.00)
• 6hrs Registration: $70.00 (Price after Nov 30: $80.00)