Blue Heron Hundreds

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location: Mooresville, AL; 4865 Arrowhead Landing Road, 35649
Type: ULTRA

At a glance

Run 50K, 100K, or 100 miles through the lovely Wheeler Wildlife Refuge, supporting wildlife conservation with every step.

Scenic
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Experience North Alabama's premier ultra event at the serene Wheeler Wildlife Refuge. Choose from 100 miles, 100K, or 50K distances on a generally flat course. This event offers a unique opportunity to run through a significant wintering area for migratory birds, including the endangered whooping crane and the graceful great blue heron. A portion of race proceeds supports the Wheeler Wildlife Refuge Association's vital conservation efforts, allowing your run to contribute to preserving this beautiful natural habitat.

What to expect

Run ultra distances of 50K, 100K, or 100 miles on a flat course.
Keep an eye out for migratory birds, including whooping cranes and great blue herons.
Your participation helps support the Wheeler Wildlife Refuge Association's conservation mission.

Standout details

North Alabama's first 100-mile event
Run through Wheeler Wildlife Refuge
See whooping cranes and blue herons
Supports wildlife conservation efforts

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

50K
Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 AM CDT · From $101.70
Opens May 21, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
100K
Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 AM CDT · From $186.50
Opens May 21, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
100 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 AM CDT · From $300.25
Opens May 21, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

The course

Flat

Vibe Check

Push Potential

ultra distance, flat area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Join us for North Alabama's first 100 mile, 100K, and 50K at the lovely Wheeler Wildlife Refuge. Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1938 as a wintering area for ducks, geese, and other migratory birds. The refuge attracts thousands of wintering waterfowl and cranes each year and is home to the endangered whooping crane who first arrived in 2004. The great blue heron is a regular at the refuge, and you will most likely see at least one during your run. A donation from the race will be made to Wheeler Wildlife Refuge Association (WWRA). We are honored to be able to help expand their conservation mission.

The Blue Heron Hundreds is held in conjunction with the Singing River Runs . If you are interested in running a shorter distance, or if your crew wants to get in a run, join us for the Singing River Runs.

And yes, your results will still be included on Ultrasignup!

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