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Full Moon 25k/50k

Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 7:00 PM CDT

Location
Perryville, AR
34.8725980, -92.8228180, 618 AR-324, 72126
Type
ULTRA
Official registration

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At a glance

Run a night ultra under the full moon in Ouachita National Forest, enjoying a laid-back vibe and supporting multiple local causes.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Quirky
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • For a Cause
  • School & Youth Teams

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners training for a serious effort

Experience the Full Moon 25k/50k, an evening ultra trail race kicking off the AURA Ultra Trail Series season. Held on rolling Forest Service Roads within the scenic Ouachita National Forest, this event offers a laid-back atmosphere with fully stocked aid stations and encouraging support. Enjoy an epic night of good times under the full moon, followed by a post-race celebration with pancakes and bacon. Your participation supports multiple local charities, including the Arkansas Crisis Center and a high school cross country fund.

What to expect

  • - Navigate rolling Forest Service Roads through the Ouachita National Forest by night.
  • - Benefit from fully stocked aid stations and plenty of encouragement on the course.
  • - Celebrate your finish with post-race pancakes, bacon, and other treats.

Standout details

  • Night ultra under the full moon
  • Scenic Ouachita National Forest course
  • Supports multiple local charities
  • Post-race pancakes and bacon

Perks & features

  • Food & Drink

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 15.53 Miles

    Sat, Jul 18, 8:00 PM CDT · From $69.90

    Opens Aug 11, 2025, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 14, 2026, 1:59 AM CDT

  • 31.07 Miles

    Sat, Jul 18, 7:00 PM CDT · From $80.50

    Opens Aug 11, 2025, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 14, 2026, 1:59 AM CDT

Vibe Check

Serious Test

Mixed surface + hills, warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Mixed
  • Hilly
From the organizer

Full Moon 25k/50k kick is the AURA Ultra Trail Series season kickoff race.

Proceeds go to the Arkansas Crisis Center in memory of Logan Wilcoxson, the Arkansas Ultra Running Cross Country Fund which benefits a different high school cross country team each year, Faulkner County HAM, and Williams Junction FD.

The course is set on rolling Forest Service Roads, starting at Camp Ouachita Girl Scout Camp in the Ouachita National Forest. We have a laid-back atmosphere, fully stocked aid stations, and plenty of folks to cheer you on!

Stay for post-race pancakes, bacon, etc...

We hope you join us for an epic night of good times!

Packet Pickup:

·         50k packet pick up starts at 5:00 PM

·         25k packet pick up starts at 6:00 PM

Race Start Times:

·         50k early start is at 6:00 PM. This is for anyone who will need additional time to complete the distance. Mandatory trail briefing will be at 5:45 PM.

·         50k officially starts at 7:00 PM with mandatory trail brief

·         25k officially starts at 8:00 PM with mandatory trail brief

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