Salmon Run Ultra 2024

Distance: 50.8 miles.  Ascent: 1360 meters

The Salmon Run Ultra is a 50 mile mixed terrain ultra on September 29th: Run Starts 7.30am (gather between 7 and 7.15am)

It was born of Salmon Run, a team relay run launched with Tidelines in 2022 to celebrate the Exe Atlantic salmon and its epic journey struggle to reach the spawning grounds on Exmoor and to survive in an increasingly difficult global climate.

The route starts from Exmouth Mamhead Slipway and travels upriver through changing terrain to Tarr Steps on the edge of Exmoor following the salmon’s migratory route on its journey to where it began. We want to offer runners (experienced and new to ultra running) the chance to empathise with the salmon’s struggle!

As well as the ultra 50 mile, there will a separate salmon relay run, which will start at the same time at Exmouth Mamhead slipway with a fish invocation marking the beginning of the journey. A hand-crafted salmon baton will be handed to the first relay team to be exchanged in series of relay teams. There will also be a family friendly 5k for all abilities in Exeter on the day of the event. The ultra run will be independent after the start at Exmouth.

What's included?

• GPS tracking
• Five feed stations (minimum)
• Prizes (podium and overall category winners) + spot prizes
• Finisher's souvenir 
• Transport back for solo runners only, from Tarr Steps (optional extra)