Embark on a majestic journey through the Pacific Northwest at the Crown Stub 100, an challenging 100-mile ultramarathon set to unfold on April 4, 2026, in Buxton, Oregon. Hosted by Bivouac Racing at the picturesque Stub Stewart State Park, this event aims to become a premier 100-mile race in the region, inviting both seasoned ultrarunners and determined newcomers to seek their crown. Unique to this race, a 10% "Crown Tax" on registrations is equally divided and awarded to the newly crowned King and Queen of the Land of Stub, adding a royal incentive to your conquest.

The Crown Stub 100 course, boasting over 7,000 feet of elevation gain, presents a diverse and engaging challenge. Runners will traverse a double out-and-back route primarily utilizing the Banks Vernonia State Trail, known for its asphalt surface, and the Crown Zellerbach Trail, characterized by hard-packed gravel. Approximately 10% of the course winds through technical and potentially slick dirt trails within Stub Stewart State Park, particularly during the initial four miles. The journey will take participants through scenic landscapes, directing them around Vernonia Lake and extending towards Scappoose before turning back. The race culminates with a demanding final lap on the 6.5-mile Stub Stewart Trail Challenge course, leading back to the finish line at the Hill Top Day Use Area.

Throughout this epic undertaking, runners will find ample support with 13 aid stations along the course, including four full-service stations at Stewarts Gate and Vernonia offering a wide array of options like burgers, grilled cheese, and quesadillas. Participants are allowed two drop bags, accessible up to six times at these key aid stations. Pacers can join runners from the Pisgah Aid Station (Mile 40) to offer encouragement and navigation. With a unique 2:00 PM start time and a generous 32-hour cutoff, the Crown Stub 100 is designed to be a "fast" 100-miler, offering a challenging yet achievable goal for those aiming to earn the coveted finisher's buckle.