Vulture Vista Ultra

Lace up for an unparalleled trail running experience at the Vulture Vista Ultra on June 27, 2026, in Greencastle, Indiana. Now in its third year, this runner-built event offers a unique challenge within the historic DePauw Nature Park, a reclaimed limestone quarry that provides a dramatic and engaging backdrop for your efforts. Runners can choose their adventure: tackle the 4.5-mile single loop for a taste of the trails, or push their limits in the 6-hour or 12-hour ultra options, available for solo participants or relay teams.

The demanding 4.5-mile loop course winds through a diverse landscape, featuring towering rock walls, serene wooded singletrack, open trails, and breathtaking vistas of the quarry cliffs. Keep an eye out for the resident turkey vultures soaring overhead, silently observing your progress as you navigate a course known for its honesty and design to challenge all levels. Typical race day conditions in late June bring highs around 87F and lows around 64F, with a 20% chance of precipitation, so prepare for a warm and potentially humid run.

The Vulture Vista Ultra prides itself on a laid-back atmosphere that prioritizes effort over ego. Expect two well-stocked aid stations offering ultra staples and Tailwind nutrition, along with a centralized start and finish area ideal for crews or self-support as you complete each lap. More than just a race, your participation contributes to local high school and middle school track and cross-country programs and AKC A Kinetic Change, fostering a love for movement within the community.