Wildcat Ultras

Race Description

Experience Gulf Coast ultra running at its friendliest and most achievable venue. The 13th Wildcat Ultramarathon takes place at the Escambia County Equestrian Center—a 178-acre park with wide, runnable paths and plenty of open space for crews and spectators. All race distances start at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 5. This is a USA Track & Field–sanctioned and insured event (Event License ID: #155611).

Why Wildcat?

• Ideal “first” 100-mile or 100K: A repeatable 2.5-mile loop of mostly grass and dirt with minimal elevation gain/loss helps you lock into a rhythm, see your crew often, and manage nutrition and pacing with confidence.
• Proven course pedigree: This loop has hosted the FHSAA Cross Country 2A District and Regional Championships, Gulf Coast Stampede, and Esca-Rosa Panhandle Championships—fast footing, clean turns, and clear markings.
• Community and support: The loop format creates a festival atmosphere—consistent access to your gear, frequent check-ins with volunteers, and encouragement every lap.

What to expect:

• Terrain: Primarily grass and hard-packed dirt with gentle rollers; no technical sections.
• Weather: The Florida Panhandle is hot and humid this time of year—train and race with heat in mind.
• Logistics: Easy crew access and a centralized staging area make planning simple for runners and supporters alike.

Ready to chase big goals with great people on a confidence-building course? Join us at Wildcat and make your finish line happen.

Directions

Traveling from East to West on I-10... Take the US-90 Alt exit, EXIT 5 Turn LEFT onto US-90 Alt W/Fl-10/W Nine Mile Road (2.9 miles) Turn LEFT onto Beulah Road (1.2 miles) Turn LEFT onto Mobile Hwy/US-90E (0.60 miles) Equestrian Center is located on your LEFT at 7750 Mobile Hwy.

Time Limit

The time cutoff for the 100 mile is 40 hours = 24:00 min/mile pace. The time cutoff for the 100k is 40 hours = 38:37 min/mile pace. The time cutoff for the 50 mile is 30 hours = 36:00 min/mile pace. The time cutoff for the 50k is 20 hours = 38:37 min/mile pace. The time cutoff for the 15 mile is 9 hours = 36:00 min/mile pace.

Lodging

RV hookups at the Equestrian facility are now $30/night which includes the sales tax and TDT tax. The Equestrian Center has RV parking, and the cost is $30 per day (includes tax, water, and electrical hookups). We have raised the price this year as we will be renting out the arena section of Center. With this rented out, runners are FREE to camp - or set up - under the roof. If you decide to plug into a wall outlet, you will be charged an RV fee. Showers are also available on-site on the south end of the arena, please bring your own toiletries and towels.

Timing

We will provide chip timing for all events at the 13th Wildcat Ultras via MCM timing and results. We will also have 'live' runner tracking and results online throughout the weekend.

Pacers

Pacers are allowed after the halfway point of your race (15 miles for the 50k, 25 miles for the 50 miler, 30 miles for the 100k and 50 miles for the 100 mile) or sunset, whichever is earlier.

Aid Station

There will be a fully stocked Aid Station just past the Start/Finish line of the loop at the concession stand. The aid station will consist of the following: M&M's (plain) Watermelon Bacon Peanut Butter & Jelly (white bread) Avocado wraps Mandarin oranges Bananas Pickles Cucumbers Gummy bears Red potatoes (individual salt packets available upon request) Chocolate/vanilla creme cookies Animal crackers Pretzel sticks Wavy potato chips (plain) Soda: Coke, Mountain Dew and Ginger Ale Ramon noodles (chicken) Quesadilla Grilled cheese sandwiches Oreos Vegetable broth Coffee (cream and sugar available upon request) Twizzlers Otter ice pops Eggs (breakfast only) Starburst Salt tablets Mustard Water Tailwind Bagel heads bagels Bonfire pizza (Saturday night dinner) Ice. If there is something that you must have, make sure you bring it with you. We will provide ice for runners - water bottles, hats, buffs, etc. - we will not be providing ice for crews. If your crew or anyone else in your party needs ice there are multiple convenient stores in the area.

Packet Pick Up

We will start packet-pick-up on Friday at 4:30pm and it will end at 5:00pm, and on race day (Saturday) morning starting at 5:00am at the Escambia Equestrian Center. THERE IS RACE DAY REGISTRATION THIS YEAR FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE, we accept cash, check and Venmo.

Photography

We are excited to announce that Calvin Galace with 'Who is Rufio Rex' will be back again this year as our official photographer. He will be providing all runners with free pictures from the race following the conclusion of the event.

Rules

If you get off course, please return to the course at the point you left before continuing. If you choose to leave the course for an extended break please check in with a race official when you leave and upon your return. If you see any misconduct on the course please bring it to the attention of a race official in a discreet manner and we will handle accordingly. Refund Policy: PLEASE DO NOT ASK FOR SPECIAL TREATMENT (see details below regarding refund and rollover policy). You signed up for the event understanding the refund policy and we ask that you respect the race and the enormous cost of putting it on by not asking for something that is clearly stated in the manual. No transfers of race entry fee to another race, next year’s race or another runner. Lastly, USATF sanctioned event policy does not allow for animals to participate in competitions -- This means you can't run with any of your pets, including dogs

Awards

All 100-mile finishers will receive a belt buckle. 100k finishers will receive a pint glass, 50 mile, 50k, and 15 Mile finishers will receive a medallion and a coffee mug. Following the conclusion of the event, we will mail out awards to the 1st place overall winner in each distance, including your finishing time and course record (if applicable).