Registration open
Date: December 6th, 2025
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JOIN US FOR YEAR FOUR!
*LCU took a break but it is BACK and better than ever. At the end of the year everyone needs a chance to get in some of those last miles or get that final race in and what better way to do it than on the trails? Join us for the Last Chance Ultra on December 6th, 2025 in Springfield, MO to have a blast racing and throwing a party before the NEW YEAR! |
50k, 50Mi, 100mi, 10 mi,
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The Double-tap Challenge
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Race Info:
Base Camp will be setup at the Shelter at the end of N FR 183 on the south side of Fellows Lake. Base Camp includes Start/Finish for all races, area for racers to hunker down and set up their gear/equipment/chairs/etc., post race and during race food, and where all the action will be happening! Please take a look at the map below to check out where base camp is located.
Course Description:
The course for all the events consists of a 10 mile loop (10.356 for 50k) on well maintained trails. 50k Racers will run 3 laps, 50 milers and 100 milers will complete 5 and 10 laps respectively. Every lap comes back through Basecamp and the Start/Finishline. The terrain can be described as rut-ey, root-ey, and rock-ey, and the Missouri weather will keep you guessing for this December race! Sunday morning 10 mile runners will complete one loop of the course and be ENCOURAGED to ENCOURAGE those 100 mile runners that will have been out there for 24+ hours at that point!
Lodging/Camping:
Hotel option coming soon
Camping is hopefully going to be available on-site. More info coming soon.
Event Site
Address: 5902-6050 N Farm Rd 183, Springfield, MO 65803
Coordinates: 37.30937076079385, -93.21986018186017
*You can paste the coordinates into Google Maps
Base Camp will be setup at the Shelter at the end of N FR 183 on the south side of Fellows Lake. Base Camp includes Start/Finish for all races, area for racers to hunker down and set up their gear/equipment/chairs/etc., post race and during race food, and where all the action will be happening! Please take a look at the map below to check out where base camp is located.
Course Description:
The course for all the events consists of a 10 mile loop (10.356 for 50k) on well maintained trails. 50k Racers will run 3 laps, 50 milers and 100 milers will complete 5 and 10 laps respectively. Every lap comes back through Basecamp and the Start/Finishline. The terrain can be described as rut-ey, root-ey, and rock-ey, and the Missouri weather will keep you guessing for this December race! Sunday morning 10 mile runners will complete one loop of the course and be ENCOURAGED to ENCOURAGE those 100 mile runners that will have been out there for 24+ hours at that point!
Lodging/Camping:
Hotel option coming soon
Camping is hopefully going to be available on-site. More info coming soon.
Event Site
Address: 5902-6050 N Farm Rd 183, Springfield, MO 65803
Coordinates: 37.30937076079385, -93.21986018186017
*You can paste the coordinates into Google Maps
This years
Super colorful Swag
Swag vault
Below are images of past swag so you can know what to expect AND what might be available for purchase on-site!
20' 50K & 50Mi Shirt
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'20 Buckle
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'20 100Mi Windbreaker
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'21 50K & 50Mi Shirt
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'21 50K & 50Mi Medal
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'21 100Mi Buckle
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'21 100Mi Finisher Swag
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100 Mile Buckle '22
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50k Medal '22
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50 Mile Medal '22
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10 Mile Medal '22
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Event info
policies & rulebook
course Routes
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*Approximately 520ft of Elevation Per 10 Mile Loop
Course/Event Review
David Mitchell competed in the 2021 Last Chance Ultra 50k and goes over the trail conditions, course, and experience. He thought it was a great trail, great event, and super cool swag. The first 10 minutes of the video is race specific details, the second 10 minutes of the video is more of his personal experience and thoughts on course during the 2021 event. If you see David around at a race, thank him for making this video! Come check out the event and course for yourself this year!
David returned for the 2022 event and gave another review! For an in-depth course review, the first 10 minutes of his 2021 video is the place to go.
David returned for the 2022 event and gave another review! For an in-depth course review, the first 10 minutes of his 2021 video is the place to go.
Event SChedule
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December 6th, 2025
Ultra Packet Pickup Begins 5am 100 Mile Race Start 6am 50 Mile Race Start 7am 50k Race Start 8am December 7th, 2025 10 Mile Packet Pickup 6:30am 10 Mile Start 7am Event Cutoff 2pm |
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Packet pickup info
Packet Pickup will take place the morning of the race at the Race Site. You must present photo id to pick up your packet and may only pickup your own packet.
do the double-tap!
Sign up for 2 Races and earn The Double Tap Challenge Award; A wooden sawed off shotgun frame, laser engraved with your accomplishment, presented to you on-site.
awards
- Top 3 Male & Female for each of the four races
- Top 3 Male & Female Masters for each of the four races
- Top 3 Male & Female Grand Masters for each of the four races
- Dead Last Finisher awarded in each race as well!
- Shortest rest-stop in between laps for the 50k, 50mi, and 1o0mi
Rulebook
Course Etiquette:
Please treat the course and everyone on it with respect and compassion. Everyone working at the race is there to make your race better. Hundreds of hours have been put in prior to the race. We just want to see you succeed and have a positive experience. Be kind.
Aid Stations:
here will be two Aid Stations available during the event. One main Aid Station at the start/finish area and one WATER ONLY Aid Station around mile 6. You should pack and bring everything with you needed to complete The Main Aid Station will have real-ish food to supplement your race if you are getting tired of your food, need something different, etc. You should not show up and rely on the Aid Station to get you through the event. The Water Aid Station located at Mile 6 will be to refill your own hydration items, this is a cupless race. Crews will have plenty of space to set up at the start/finish area.
Runner Guidelines:
Runner the participant registered for the timed event Runners MUST fully adhere to all guidelines/rules. Violations of ANY KIND will be grounds for disqualification with no refund.
Heartland Racing Co. reserves the right to pull any athlete from the course and permanently ban from competing in any future Heartland events for any reason deemed appropriate, solely at our discretion. Disqualification can incur on course, after the finish, or many days after the event if an investigation is needed. Runners MUST check in BEFORE the start of their event. 50k, 50 miles, and 100 mile on Saturday morning, 10 mile on Sunday. Runners will cross the finish line on each loop. Cutoffs will be STRICTLY enforced.
Runners crossing the line after the official end time will not be considered an official finisher. All Runners and their crew will abide by the directions of race staff. Harassment of ANY kind towards any race staff or volunteers (by the runner of ANYONE affiliated with the runner) will not be tolerated and the runner will be subject to immediate disqualification. All attendees involved in the runner’s race at any capacity should be well aware of all race rules and procedures to avoid any issues.
Runners are held responsible for the actions of their crew, and anyone affiliated with them.
Runners are solely responsible for themselves and their well-being during the entirety of the event. Race Staff and/or volunteers are under no obligation whatsoever to assist with anything involving physical contact with the runner such as- taping feet, massaging legs, etc. In addition, they are not required or expected to provide any medical advice or assistance.
Runners must travel the entire distance by foot. NO EXCEPTIONS. Any breach of this will incur immediate disqualification of the runner. Each runner must complete the entire course of their own power. No artificial aid.
Runners and crews are responsible for knowing the course route.
Two Cutoffs apply. 32 hours for all distances apply. Runners must complete the event in 32 hours or less to be considered an official finisher. NO EXCEPTIONS. No early starts are allowed.
A light is required when dark. All runners must start their last lap by 10:30am on Sunday.
Each runner’s official race bib MUST be worn prominently on the front of the body and MUST be easily visible at ALL TIMES. There will be no unofficial runners.
Littering of any kind is STRICTLY prohibited and can result in disqualification.
Runners safety is our primary concern, therefore you MUST communicate with the Race Staff if you leave the course at any time for any reason. RUNNERS MUST NOT DROP OUT OF THE RACE BY ABANDONING THE COURSE AND GOING HOME. If you must drop out, you MUST report to a Heartland Racing Co, staff member, not a volunteer. To report this, you can call, text, or inform in person. You must report your name, bib #, time, and general dropout location. Failure to do this will result in search and rescue costs for you and a minimum of $100 fine. Athletes will also be banned from any future events if failure to report dropout.
Pacer Guidelines:
Pacer any individual who accompanies a runner for any distance on the race course.
Pacers follow the same guidelines as runners. Pacers must be over the age of 18.
Pacers may accompany the runner starting on loop 4 of the 100 mile race and the 50 mile race. Around loop 5 is when it will be getting dark and lights will be required.
PACERS ON FOOT ONLY. No bicycles, motorized vehicles, or unnatural transportation is allowed. Pacers should be experienced runners in excellent physical condition and shape. Pacers should have appropriate clothing and supplies, be used to running at night, and familiar with ultrarunning.
Pacers must wear a bib. A light is required during dark running times. Only one pacer is allowed per runner at any time. Absolutely no mechanical or unnatural transportation will be given to the runner or pacer unless in a medical emergency. The pacer may not continue on without an official participant and must stay with their runner at all times, except in the case of an emergency. Change of pacers may be made only at the start/finish area. Pacers may not carry supplies for their runner. “Muling” is expressly forbidden.
We will not provide transportation for pacers or spectators to any part of the course for any reason.
Crew Guidelines:
Crew any individual who provides material/emotional support to a runner in the event.
Everyone associated with the runner in any way must be informed and know the rules of the event. Runners are responsible for the action of their crew and will be held responsible for their crew’s actions and may result in disqualification.
Medical Risks
It is important for the athletes to recognize that this event is a potential physical and mental stress. These include but are not limited to: extreme temperatures, hypothermia, dehydration, renal failures, seizures, disorientation, and total mental/physical exhaustion. Every participant must monitor themselves carefully and thoughtfully. It is important that you are well prepared for this event mentally and physically. Be advised that the online waiver that you signed states that Heartland Racing Co. cannot be sued for any harm that comes to you from participating in this event.
Timing
The race will be timed with a one-time-use chip attached to the back of your race bib. You may NOT fold, cut, or mutilate your bib in any fashion. If done, Heartland Racing Co. will NOT guarantee the accurate, complete, or any timing of your race; this will also disqualify you from earning any awards or appearing on the results. Reminder that your bib must be placed on the front of your body anywhere in between the waist to sternum.
Family Friendly Events
All Heartland Racing Co. events are family friendly. Heartland Racing Co. encourages our participants to act in a respectable manner at our events. We reserve the right to request you keep vulgar language and or actions to a minimum in any event. We also reserve the right to ask you to leave the event and disqualify any runner if excessive inappropriate behavior occurs. The Venue has strongly expressed to us that drunkenness or overindulgence is not allowed on CU property. If this occurs, we can lose the right to host our events on property. We will not allow our events to be at risk due to a participant's actions. Please always act responsibly.
*Registering for the Last Chance Ultra is acceptance of all on this webpage
Please treat the course and everyone on it with respect and compassion. Everyone working at the race is there to make your race better. Hundreds of hours have been put in prior to the race. We just want to see you succeed and have a positive experience. Be kind.
Aid Stations:
here will be two Aid Stations available during the event. One main Aid Station at the start/finish area and one WATER ONLY Aid Station around mile 6. You should pack and bring everything with you needed to complete The Main Aid Station will have real-ish food to supplement your race if you are getting tired of your food, need something different, etc. You should not show up and rely on the Aid Station to get you through the event. The Water Aid Station located at Mile 6 will be to refill your own hydration items, this is a cupless race. Crews will have plenty of space to set up at the start/finish area.
Runner Guidelines:
Runner the participant registered for the timed event Runners MUST fully adhere to all guidelines/rules. Violations of ANY KIND will be grounds for disqualification with no refund.
Heartland Racing Co. reserves the right to pull any athlete from the course and permanently ban from competing in any future Heartland events for any reason deemed appropriate, solely at our discretion. Disqualification can incur on course, after the finish, or many days after the event if an investigation is needed. Runners MUST check in BEFORE the start of their event. 50k, 50 miles, and 100 mile on Saturday morning, 10 mile on Sunday. Runners will cross the finish line on each loop. Cutoffs will be STRICTLY enforced.
Runners crossing the line after the official end time will not be considered an official finisher. All Runners and their crew will abide by the directions of race staff. Harassment of ANY kind towards any race staff or volunteers (by the runner of ANYONE affiliated with the runner) will not be tolerated and the runner will be subject to immediate disqualification. All attendees involved in the runner’s race at any capacity should be well aware of all race rules and procedures to avoid any issues.
Runners are held responsible for the actions of their crew, and anyone affiliated with them.
Runners are solely responsible for themselves and their well-being during the entirety of the event. Race Staff and/or volunteers are under no obligation whatsoever to assist with anything involving physical contact with the runner such as- taping feet, massaging legs, etc. In addition, they are not required or expected to provide any medical advice or assistance.
Runners must travel the entire distance by foot. NO EXCEPTIONS. Any breach of this will incur immediate disqualification of the runner. Each runner must complete the entire course of their own power. No artificial aid.
Runners and crews are responsible for knowing the course route.
Two Cutoffs apply. 32 hours for all distances apply. Runners must complete the event in 32 hours or less to be considered an official finisher. NO EXCEPTIONS. No early starts are allowed.
A light is required when dark. All runners must start their last lap by 10:30am on Sunday.
Each runner’s official race bib MUST be worn prominently on the front of the body and MUST be easily visible at ALL TIMES. There will be no unofficial runners.
Littering of any kind is STRICTLY prohibited and can result in disqualification.
Runners safety is our primary concern, therefore you MUST communicate with the Race Staff if you leave the course at any time for any reason. RUNNERS MUST NOT DROP OUT OF THE RACE BY ABANDONING THE COURSE AND GOING HOME. If you must drop out, you MUST report to a Heartland Racing Co, staff member, not a volunteer. To report this, you can call, text, or inform in person. You must report your name, bib #, time, and general dropout location. Failure to do this will result in search and rescue costs for you and a minimum of $100 fine. Athletes will also be banned from any future events if failure to report dropout.
Pacer Guidelines:
Pacer any individual who accompanies a runner for any distance on the race course.
Pacers follow the same guidelines as runners. Pacers must be over the age of 18.
Pacers may accompany the runner starting on loop 4 of the 100 mile race and the 50 mile race. Around loop 5 is when it will be getting dark and lights will be required.
PACERS ON FOOT ONLY. No bicycles, motorized vehicles, or unnatural transportation is allowed. Pacers should be experienced runners in excellent physical condition and shape. Pacers should have appropriate clothing and supplies, be used to running at night, and familiar with ultrarunning.
Pacers must wear a bib. A light is required during dark running times. Only one pacer is allowed per runner at any time. Absolutely no mechanical or unnatural transportation will be given to the runner or pacer unless in a medical emergency. The pacer may not continue on without an official participant and must stay with their runner at all times, except in the case of an emergency. Change of pacers may be made only at the start/finish area. Pacers may not carry supplies for their runner. “Muling” is expressly forbidden.
We will not provide transportation for pacers or spectators to any part of the course for any reason.
Crew Guidelines:
Crew any individual who provides material/emotional support to a runner in the event.
Everyone associated with the runner in any way must be informed and know the rules of the event. Runners are responsible for the action of their crew and will be held responsible for their crew’s actions and may result in disqualification.
Medical Risks
It is important for the athletes to recognize that this event is a potential physical and mental stress. These include but are not limited to: extreme temperatures, hypothermia, dehydration, renal failures, seizures, disorientation, and total mental/physical exhaustion. Every participant must monitor themselves carefully and thoughtfully. It is important that you are well prepared for this event mentally and physically. Be advised that the online waiver that you signed states that Heartland Racing Co. cannot be sued for any harm that comes to you from participating in this event.
Timing
The race will be timed with a one-time-use chip attached to the back of your race bib. You may NOT fold, cut, or mutilate your bib in any fashion. If done, Heartland Racing Co. will NOT guarantee the accurate, complete, or any timing of your race; this will also disqualify you from earning any awards or appearing on the results. Reminder that your bib must be placed on the front of your body anywhere in between the waist to sternum.
Family Friendly Events
All Heartland Racing Co. events are family friendly. Heartland Racing Co. encourages our participants to act in a respectable manner at our events. We reserve the right to request you keep vulgar language and or actions to a minimum in any event. We also reserve the right to ask you to leave the event and disqualify any runner if excessive inappropriate behavior occurs. The Venue has strongly expressed to us that drunkenness or overindulgence is not allowed on CU property. If this occurs, we can lose the right to host our events on property. We will not allow our events to be at risk due to a participant's actions. Please always act responsibly.
*Registering for the Last Chance Ultra is acceptance of all on this webpage
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