2026 Haul Ass Ultra Running Festival

Mar 3
1 min read

Updated: 22 hours ago

Come out and enjoy a unique running experience at the beautiful Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary with live music, food, and fun!

Flat & fast off-road cross country style course with a beautiful view of the stunning Rocky Mountains and all of the beautiful animals living at Luvin Arms!

Eight event options! 5k, 10k, 50k, 50mi, 3hr, 6hr, 9hr, 12hr

We are proud to support Luvin Arms! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to help provide care, shelter, and advocacy for rescued farmed animals. By joining us, you'll be celebrating the joy of running and contributing to a compassionate cause.

To learn more about Luvin Arms and their mission, check out luvinarms.org!

Fun Fact: The donkey in our graphic is based on the real-life Frida, who lives at Luvin Arms!

We consider ourselves a grassroots bunch with a love for the people, the community, the animals, and an all around feel good positive vibe. It will be our pleasure to be your host for a great experience!

Event Information

At Let's Feel Great events, we expect participants to demonstrate good sportsmanship based on integrity, respect toward other participants, and an overall love of the sport. If you have any issues, just come have a chat with us to figure out a solution - we're all friends here! : )

Please respect our privilege to hold this event at Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary by being good stewards of their property, operations, and rules. Thank you!

Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary

3470 Co Rd 7, Erie, CO 80516

Participating in an event at Luvin Arms is a very unique and special opportunity! All runners will be able to see a diverse community of species who live at the sanctuary where they all have been rescued with the mission to receive lifelong care and love. In addition to finding joy while running, part of your experience is to observe and feel the calm and peaceful surroundings, which also include a grand panoramic view of the amazing Rocky Mountains. It is truly a remarkable time!

Some of the many new friends you'll meet while running are Jale the horse, Dali the donkey, Tendu the potbelly pig, Peter the white peacock, Button the chicken, Yoda the duck, Chamomile the turkey, Maybelle the cow, Cheerio the sheep, Gelato the goat, and Lizzie the big pig!

With approximately only 200 feet of elevation gain, the sanctuary features an off-road style course that's mostly flat, fast and non-technical with a mix of dirt, grass, and gravel - it's a great terrain for all levels of ability! If you like to take it easy or go at a brisk pace, you will have a great time as you enjoy views of the stunning Rocky Mountains and pass by many of the lovely sanctuary residents - they're very curious and love watching runners as they go by for each lap!

Here's our course map around the sanctuary grounds:

Click map to view the interactive route on Strava

50k, 50mi, and timed event runners will be allowed to setup camp in designated areas, which can include a 10X10 tent to use for storage of gear, nutrition, hydration, etc. These areas are intended to provide a "home base" for runners to take breaks or refill items as needed throughout the race. Special Note: to help avoid being blown over/away by wind, all tents are required to be anchored by weights - stakes are not strong enough alone. Please see examples below.

All camp spaces are designated as first-come first-serve; i.e. you get to pick your own spot! : )

Please ensure your camp is setup within the 10X10 designated sites and that no trash or belongings are left behind. It is each runner's responsibility to clean up fully after themselves - we all enjoy a nice and clean place to run!

***It's very important and required to cross the start/finish line after completing a loop prior to making a stop at your camp. This ensures all runner loops and times are accurately recorded.

Canopy weight examples

Finisher Awards

All distance-format event participants who cross the finish line under the cutoff time will earn a custom event medal.
12hr cutoff for 50k & 50mi
All timed-format event participants will earn a finisher medal for completing as many loops as able within the allotted time.

Special Awards

Distance Format

Top 3 Overall (Women & Men & Non-Binary) for all distance events
Top 1 Masters (Women & Men & Non-Binary) for all distance events
Age 40+ is only Masters criteria

Timed Format

Top 3 Highest Mileage (Women & Men & Non-Binary) for all timed events
Tiebreaker Rules: In the event of a tie for most loops completed within the allotted time, rankings will be determined by the fastest time to complete that number of loops. Only fully completed loops finished before the time cutoff will count toward results; partial loops will not be included.

Participating in an event at Luvin Arms is a very unique and special opportunity! We are excited to have you join us for the day! While there, we're all visitors to the home of the sanctuary's resident's that live at Luvin Arms - let's all do our best to respect their space. ❤️

Furry Friend Companions

We luv luv luv dogs, but for the safety of the sanctuary animals, dogs or any other pets aren't allowed at this event - please leave your pups at home.

Food Details

We encourage bringing your own food to the event - please be sure all items are plant-based only.

These details are based on Luvin Arms' policies that can be found on their website in the Visitor FAQ section.

From us and the wonderful staff and residents of Luvin Arms, thank you for your cooperation!

All registrations are non-refundable. Participant withdrawals must be completed through UltraSignup.

Race credits are issued as follows:

75% credit — withdrawal completed 30+ days prior to race day
50% credit — withdrawal completed 6–29 days prior to race day
No credit — withdrawals within 5 days of race day

Race credits:

Are valid for one year from the date of issuance
May be used for any Let’s Feel Great Sports event
Are non-transferable and single-use

Bib transfers:

Are not permitted

Deferrals:

We are happy to offer a pregnancy deferral option to support expecting mothers during this important time. Participants who are pregnant and unable to race may defer their registration for up to two years from the original event date.

Must be requested prior to race day
Are valid for any Let’s Feel Great Sports event within the two-year window
Are non-transferable and may be used one time

Our goal is to create a great race experience for everyone, and the event will take place rain or shine. If extreme weather or other conditions make the race unsafe, officials may modify or cancel the event to protect participants and volunteers.

We understand that life sometimes brings unexpected changes, and our race credit options are designed to help when plans shift. Because many event costs occur well in advance, we’re not able to offer cash refunds for weather cancellations, participant withdrawals, or distance changes. If Let's Feel Great Sports must cancel an event, registrants will receive a race credit valid for one year from the date of the original event.

Thank you for supporting this event and helping us create a positive experience for runners, volunteers, and the animals at Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary. ❤️

2026 Haul Ass Ultra Running Festival

Event Information

Event Pricing

Participation Expectations

Event Location & Uniqueness of the Experience

Event Timeline

Packet/Bib Pickup

Course Maps, Terrain, and Views

Event Parking

Aid Station Goodness

Race Hub/Runner Camp Setup

Awards

Furry Friend Companion & Food Policies

Refund/Cancellation and Bib Transfer/Deferral Policies