Sheltowee Trace Ultras

Morehead, Kentucky is not only one of the state’s most popular official Trail Towns, but also a go-to spot for trail running. Back in the day the Shawnee gave Daniel Boone the nickname “Sheltowee” which means “Big Turtle.”

The Sheltowee Trace Ultras are run on an out-and-back course that runs from beautiful downtown Morehead to the northern terminus of the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail and back. 50K-ers and 10 Milers turn around sooner. 

This race will give you a little bit of everything:  rolling meadows, steep climbs and descents, rugged terrain, creek crossings, fast forest roads, and amazing spring views of the surrounding Appalachian foothills.