Vulture Vista Ultra
Saturday, June 26, 2027
6:00 AM EDT
Greencastle, Indiana
$38.45–$107.35 · 5 races
Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Vulture Vista Ultra, taking place on Saturday, June 26, 2027, in the stunning DePauw Nature Park in Greencastle, Indiana! This thrilling endurance event invites runners of all levels to embrace the challenge of a beautifully rugged course that winds through the breathtaking landscape of a former limestone quarry. Participants can choose from various race distances, including the 12-hour ultra, where you can test your limits solo or as part of a relay team, the 6-hour ultra for those seeking a shorter but equally challenging experience, or a memorable 4.5-mile trail run perfect for newcomers and youth athletes.
The Vulture Vista Ultra is designed for runners by runners, ensuring a supportive and vibrant atmosphere filled with cheering fans, well-stocked aid stations, and a strong sense of community. As you tackle steep climbs and navigate wooded trails, you'll be surrounded by the majestic turkey vultures soaring above, adding to the unique experience. This is not just a race; it’s a chance to push your boundaries while contributing to a great cause, as a portion of the proceeds supports local youth cross country and track programs. Join us for this unforgettable day of running, camaraderie, and personal achievement
The Vulture Vista Ultra is designed for runners by runners, ensuring a supportive and vibrant atmosphere filled with cheering fans, well-stocked aid stations, and a strong sense of community. As you tackle steep climbs and navigate wooded trails, you'll be surrounded by the majestic turkey vultures soaring above, adding to the unique experience. This is not just a race; it’s a chance to push your boundaries while contributing to a great cause, as a portion of the proceeds supports local youth cross country and track programs. Join us for this unforgettable day of running, camaraderie, and personal achievement
Races
Organiser's description
VULTURE VISTA ULTRA YEAR FOUR
2027 | DEPAUW NATURE PARK | GREENCASTLE, INDIANA
THE MILES ARE YOURS. THE CHALLENGE IS WAITING.
Welcome to the fourth year of Vulture Vista Ultra, a runner-built endurance event set inside the rugged beauty of a former limestone quarry at DePauw Nature Park in Greencastle, Indiana.
Steep climbs, wooded trails, towering limestone cliffs, and summer heat make this a race that rewards determination more than speed.
Whether you're chasing a new distance, testing your limits, running with teammates, or experiencing your first trail race, there's a place for you at Vulture Vista.
SIMPLE ON PURPOSE. CHALLENGING BY DESIGN. BUILT FOR RUNNERS.
THE COURSE
Our 4.5-mile loop takes runners through a reclaimed limestone quarry featuring towering rock walls, wooded singletrack, exposed trails, and sweeping views of the quarry cliffs.
Above it all, the turkey vultures circle, watching as runners tackle another climb, finish another lap, and find out just how far they're willing to go.
The loop format brings runners back through the central start and finish area every lap, creating an atmosphere where crews, volunteers, families, and fellow runners become part of the experience.
ONE LOOP AT A TIME. ONE MORE LAP.
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
12-HOUR ULTRA
How far can you go in twelve hours? Run solo or with a relay team and complete as many laps as possible before time runs out.
6-HOUR ULTRA
Six hours to challenge yourself, find your rhythm, and discover what's possible. Solo and relay options offer something for experienced ultrarunners and first-time endurance athletes alike.
4.5-MILE TRAIL RUN
One unforgettable loop through the quarry. Perfect for trail-running newcomers, youth athletes, and runners who want to experience Vulture Vista without committing to a timed ultra.
THE RUNNER EXPERIENCE
Vulture Vista was created by runners who understand what makes a great race.
EXPECT:
* Two well-stocked aid stations featuring ultra-running staples and Tailwind nutrition
* A centralized start/finish area with room for crews and self-support
* A challenging but rewarding course with memorable scenery
* Supportive volunteers and a welcoming trail-running community
* An atmosphere where personal achievements matter just as much as podium finishes
No matter your pace or experience, you'll find people cheering you on.
EFFORT OVER EGO. COMMUNITY OVER COMPETITION.
MILES THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Vulture Vista is about more than running miles. It's about creating opportunities for others to run them, too.
A portion of proceeds supports AKC A KINETIC CHANGE and our local middle school and high school cross country and track programs, helping provide equipment, race opportunities, and resources for young athletes.
Our goal is simple: help these teams spend more time running, competing, and growing together, and less time raising money through car washes and other fundraisers.
YOU RUN THE MILES. WE HELP THE NEXT GENERATION RUN THEIRS.
FIND YOUR LIMIT. THEN KEEP MOVING.
Whether you're here for one loop or twelve hours, Vulture Vista is your opportunity to challenge yourself, experience something different, and become part of a growing endurance-running community.
Come for the challenge. Stay for the people. Leave knowing you were part of something bigger.
WE'LL SEE YOU AT THE QUARRY.
2027 | DEPAUW NATURE PARK | GREENCASTLE, INDIANA
THE MILES ARE YOURS. THE CHALLENGE IS WAITING.
Welcome to the fourth year of Vulture Vista Ultra, a runner-built endurance event set inside the rugged beauty of a former limestone quarry at DePauw Nature Park in Greencastle, Indiana.
Steep climbs, wooded trails, towering limestone cliffs, and summer heat make this a race that rewards determination more than speed.
Whether you're chasing a new distance, testing your limits, running with teammates, or experiencing your first trail race, there's a place for you at Vulture Vista.
SIMPLE ON PURPOSE. CHALLENGING BY DESIGN. BUILT FOR RUNNERS.
THE COURSE
Our 4.5-mile loop takes runners through a reclaimed limestone quarry featuring towering rock walls, wooded singletrack, exposed trails, and sweeping views of the quarry cliffs.
Above it all, the turkey vultures circle, watching as runners tackle another climb, finish another lap, and find out just how far they're willing to go.
The loop format brings runners back through the central start and finish area every lap, creating an atmosphere where crews, volunteers, families, and fellow runners become part of the experience.
ONE LOOP AT A TIME. ONE MORE LAP.
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
12-HOUR ULTRA
How far can you go in twelve hours? Run solo or with a relay team and complete as many laps as possible before time runs out.
6-HOUR ULTRA
Six hours to challenge yourself, find your rhythm, and discover what's possible. Solo and relay options offer something for experienced ultrarunners and first-time endurance athletes alike.
4.5-MILE TRAIL RUN
One unforgettable loop through the quarry. Perfect for trail-running newcomers, youth athletes, and runners who want to experience Vulture Vista without committing to a timed ultra.
THE RUNNER EXPERIENCE
Vulture Vista was created by runners who understand what makes a great race.
EXPECT:
* Two well-stocked aid stations featuring ultra-running staples and Tailwind nutrition
* A centralized start/finish area with room for crews and self-support
* A challenging but rewarding course with memorable scenery
* Supportive volunteers and a welcoming trail-running community
* An atmosphere where personal achievements matter just as much as podium finishes
No matter your pace or experience, you'll find people cheering you on.
EFFORT OVER EGO. COMMUNITY OVER COMPETITION.
MILES THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Vulture Vista is about more than running miles. It's about creating opportunities for others to run them, too.
A portion of proceeds supports AKC A KINETIC CHANGE and our local middle school and high school cross country and track programs, helping provide equipment, race opportunities, and resources for young athletes.
Our goal is simple: help these teams spend more time running, competing, and growing together, and less time raising money through car washes and other fundraisers.
YOU RUN THE MILES. WE HELP THE NEXT GENERATION RUN THEIRS.
FIND YOUR LIMIT. THEN KEEP MOVING.
Whether you're here for one loop or twelve hours, Vulture Vista is your opportunity to challenge yourself, experience something different, and become part of a growing endurance-running community.
Come for the challenge. Stay for the people. Leave knowing you were part of something bigger.
WE'LL SEE YOU AT THE QUARRY.
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Location
Depauw Nature Park, 1400 W CR 125 S, Greencastle, 46135, IN, United States
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