The Biggest Little Ultra

The Biggest Little Ultra is a trail ultra event held in Sparks, Nevada, starting October 9, 2026. The lineup covers both fixed distances and timed formats: a 100 Miles Race (160.9 km), a 50 Miles Race (80.5 km), plus 6-hour, 12-hour, 24-hour and 48-hour races, so you can choose between chasing a distance or seeing how far you can go in a set time.

Timed events change the psychology of ultrarunning. There is no cutoff to beat and no distance you must complete, which makes the 6-hour or 12-hour a low-pressure way to attempt your first ultra: you run, walk or rest as needed and simply count the miles. The 24-hour and 48-hour formats reward patience and steady fueling far more than raw speed, and they suit runners who enjoy the mental side of going long. The 50 and 100-mile races are for those who want a classic distance goal. In every case, prepare with 16 to 20 weeks of progressive mileage, back-to-back long runs on weekends, and plenty of walking practice, because efficient hiking is a real skill in events that last all day and all night.