Herzog 100

Saturday, April 19 – Sunday, April 20, 2025 Past event

9:00 AM CDT

Smithland, Kentucky

$22.50–$43.00 · 3 races

Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Herzog 100, taking place from April 19th to 20th, 2025, in the picturesque Smithland, Livingston, Kentucky! This grassroots ultra-running event showcases a stunning 13-mile looped course nestled in the hills of west Kentucky, offering breathtaking views of the Ohio River and the nearby Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. Runners will traverse a mix of single and double track trails, weaving through lush hardwood forests, farm fields, and beneath majestic sandstone overhangs, all on exclusive private land.

With race distances of 40 miles, 100 kilometers, and 100 miles, the Herzog 100 emphasizes a community-focused approach to ultra-running. The event is designed to be affordable and accessible, ensuring participants can enjoy a supportive atmosphere without breaking the bank. Each loop allows for frequent visits to the aid station, which will feature delicious, real food options, catering to runners’ preferences. With a limited number of spots—20 for the 40-mile, 20 for the 100k, and just 15 for the 100-mile race—this intimate gathering promises a true sense of camaraderie among participants. Don’t miss your chance to experience the thrill of the Herzog

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100 Miles

Incl. $3.00 Fee

8 laps on a 13 mile loop, single and double track trail. One full service aid station at start/end of each lap, 1 water station at approximately halfway point in loop. 30 hour cut off. Option to drop to 100k/40 mile during race and not DNF 100 mile ; must still make new event cut off to receive a finisher medal, will not be eligible for any awards or prizes if drop down in distance. Camping and porta potties on site.

Saturday, Apr 19, 2025 (9:00 AM CDT)

$43.00

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100k

Incl. $2.50 Fee

5 laps on a 13 mile loop, single and double track trail. One full service aid station at start/end of each lap, 1 water station at halfway point in loop. 20 hour cut off. Option to drop to 40 mile during race and not DNF 100k; must still make 40 mile event cut off to receive a finisher medal, will not be eligible for any awards or prizes if drop down in distance. Camping and porta potties on site.

Saturday, Apr 19, 2025 (9:00 AM CDT)

$32.50

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40 Mile

Incl. $2.50 Fee

3 laps on a 13 mile loop, single and double track trail. One full service aid station at start/end of each lap, 1 water station at halfway point in loop. 12 hour cut off time. Camping and porta potties on site.

Saturday, Apr 19, 2025 (9:00 AM CDT)

$22.50

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Organiser's description

A 13 mile looped course in the hills of west Kentucky overlooking the Ohio river, only a couple miles from the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. No pavement to be found here as you make your way over the hills and through the hollers, on single and double track, technical trail. Through hardwood forest, dabbing into farm fields, passing beneath cliff top sailboats and sandstone overhangs, all on private land.

This race is about as grassroots as you can find. Weve chosen to make it one of, if not the most, affordable ultra on the market; highlighting our love of running and desire to share the Herzog Trail with others. We will have an aid station and strive to make it delicious, functional, and accommodating. That being said, it is a low budget race and we will forgo having a big selection of powders and wont have any gels; instead focusing on providing real food. In our experience most people prefer to bring whatever gels they know and use rather than what may be provided by us.

We have shortened the loop from 20 to 13 miles to allow for more chances to utilize the aid station and/or your personal items, allow us to better monitor the course, as well as cut out some of the more boring sections. We have also opted to put a limit on total number of participants: 40 mile- 20, 100k-20, 100 mile-15. In addition to a minimum requirement of 8 registrants for the 100 mile. If the minimum is not met, any registered 100 mile participants will be automatically dropped to 100k.

There will be finisher medals for the 40 mile and 100k finishers and belt buckles for the 100 mile finishers.