2026 Run Lovit

The 2026 Run Lovit, held on February 21-22, 2026, takes place in Hot Springs, United States, with the event venue located in Mt. Ida, Arkansas. The Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT) 100 Mile & 100 Kilometer event is hosted by Mountain Harbor Resort and organized by Run LOViT Endurance Events, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that supports trail development. Participants can expect a challenging trail race through the Ouachita Mountains and Ouachita National Forest, featuring very hilly terrain, single-track trails, and dirt roads with rocks, roots, and ruts. The event runs in remote sections, with support provided via 12 to 22 manned aid stations depending on the distance. The average high temperature is expected to be 60°F, with lows around 35°F, and conditions can shift rapidly, including potential rain, fog, and snow, though snow is not anticipated.

What distances are available for this event?

• →100 Mile race
• →100 Kilometer race

What is the event schedule?

• →The 100 Mile and 100 Kilometer races both start on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 6:00 AM.
• →The 100 Mile race has a cutoff time of 34 hours, ending on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
• →The 100 Kilometer race has a cutoff time of 21 hours, ending on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 3:00 AM.

What is the required pace for each distance?

• →The 100 Mile race requires a pace of approximately 20:24 minutes per mile.
• →The 100 Kilometer race requires a pace of approximately 20:16 minutes per mile.

What are the course records for each distance?

• →100 Mile Male Course Record: 19:36:36 (Karl Meltzer, 2022)
• →100 Mile Female Course Record: 21:45:41 (Bea Miller, 2023)
• →100 Kilometer Male Course Record: 8:12:15 (Preston Cates, 2021)
• →100 Kilometer Female Course Record: 11:03:55 (Jenny Stipp, 2024)

What awards are given to participants?

• →Top three overall male and female finishers receive awards in both the 100K and 100 Mile distances.
• →The 100 Mile finisher award is a custom finisher's buckle.
• →The 100 Kilometer finisher award is a medal.

What is the registration cost for each distance?

• →100 Mile Entry: $275.00 (Total: ~$296.37 with fees)
• →100K Entry: $175.00 (Total: ~$189.87 with fees)

What is the deadline for critical swag and personalization?

• →The last date to guarantee a 100 Mile Jacket is Monday, January 26th, 2026.
• →The last date to guarantee an Event T-Shirt is Monday, January 26th, 2026.
• →The last date for Race Bib Personalization is Monday, January 26th, 2026.

What equipment and preparedness items are mandatory for participants?

• →A headlamp or flashlight, along with backup batteries, is required due to the expectation of running in the dark.
• →A water bottle or hydration pack is mandatory at all times because of the remote sections of the course.

What is the expected weather conditions for the event?

• →Average high temperature: 60°F
• →Average low temperature: 35°F
• →Conditions can shift rapidly between sun, rain, and fog.
• →Snow is possible but not anticipated.

What support is available on the course?

• →The 100K course has 12 manned aid stations.
• →The 100 Mile course has 22 manned aid stations.

What is the terrain and surface like on the course?

• →The terrain is very hilly, with an average elevation climb of 100-200 feet per mile.
• →Total elevation gain is approximately 5,000 – 8,000 feet over 50 miles.
• →The surface includes single-track trails and dirt roads with substantial rocks, roots, and ruts.

What is the purpose of the event?

• →The event is organized by Run LOViT Endurance Events, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, and serves as a fundraiser for trail development.