Door County Fall 50

WELCOME

Welcome to the 2026 Fall 50 Solo Division event page! Whether you are a veteran Fall 50 Solo runner, an ultrarunner looking for a new event to check out, or someone who is just wading into the ultramarathoning community, this is the place to be. Over the months ahead, refer to this page to keep up-to-date on all things SOLO and to connect with other solo runners. Read on for more information on the Fall 50 Solo event.

OVERVIEW / REGISTRATION

The 20th Annual Fall 50 will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The point-to-point run traverses a large chunk of the scenic Door County peninsula of Wisconsin set against the backdrop of peak Fall colors. The route travels from the tip of the peninsula in Gills Rock along quiet tree-canopied roads, quaint waterfront villages, and finishes in the population center of Sturgeon Bay. Over 95% of the route is on asphalt roads and includes rolling hills, scenic views, and the potential for a 50-mile PR! An epic after party waits for you at the finish line. Don't miss out! Registration opens Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Noon CST. Please note: The Fall 50 also comprises a Relay Division. For more information on that, as well as the Solo division, please visit our website at fall50.com.

SHUTTLE to START

Solo runners have the option to take coach buses to the start line for $20. The buses will arrive to Sunset Park at 4:30 am and depart at 4:45 am. They will then stop at Stone Harbor Resort parking lot at 4:50 am and depart promptly at 5:00 am on race morning. The shuttle will arrive to the start line at Gills Rock by 6:00 am, well before the 6:30 am start time. A member of the Fall 50 staff will have a manifest listing the passengers. Please note that this is a ONE WAY shuttle so non-runners (family/friends) and relay teams are not allowed on the solo bus.

DROP BAGS

DROP BAGS Drop bags will be accessible at all of the Aid Stations including: Mile 5.4 (Exchange 1) - Perfect for your headlamp or unnecessary gear. Be sure to label your headlamp! Mile 11.6 (Exchange 2) Mile 18.8 (Exchange 3) Mile 23.9 (Exchange 4) Mile 28.9 (Exchange 5) Mile 32.7 (Exchange 6) Mile 36.8 (Exchange 7) Mile 43.0 (Exchange 8) Mile 46.0 (Exchange 9) Mile 50.7 (FINISH) We recommend having a warm change of clothes for the Finish. You may drop off your drop bags at Packet Pickup at Stone Harbor Resort on Friday OR at the start line in Gills Rock on Saturday morning. Plastic bags will be available. Look for the giant red bins.

START / COURSE CUTOFF

Solo runners have 12 hours to complete the Solo Event. The race will start at 6:30 a.m., and runners must finish by 6:30 p.m. to be considered an official finisher. That means runners must maintain a 14:20 per mile pace for the 50.2 miles. CUTOFFS: Runners MUST arrive to Exchange 5 (mile 29) by 2:00 PM and Exchange 8 (mile 43) by 5:30 PM.

AID STATIONS

Every station will have a dedicated Solo Runners Only tent with food and fluids. Items will include water, Gatorade, Coke, pretzels, oranges, bananas, apples, bagels, chocolate chip cookies, M&M’s, Jolly Ranchers, Clif Mini Bars, and Hammer Gels. In addition, Exchange #5 will offer the “Half Way Buffet” with hot chicken noodle soup (or chicken broth), PB&J sandwiches, and snacks in addition to the items listed above.

HEADLAMPS

Sunrise will be at 7:11 a.m. on race day, with civil twilight beginning at 6:41 a.m., so you will be required to have either a headlamp or flashlight for the first 30 minutes of the race. If desired, you will be able to drop off your light at mile 5.4 (Exchange 1). We will have a box marked for that purpose. Make sure to have your headlamp/flashlight labeled with your name and bib number before placing it in the box. Sunset is at 5:51 p.m. and civil twilight ends at 6:21 p.m. Make sure you have a headlamp for the final miles if you will be near the 6:30 p.m. cutoff. You will be able to pick up your headlamp/flashlight under the Solo Finisher tent when you are done.

CREW

We do allow participants to have friends and family supporting them along the route. They can cheer you on; hand out food, beverage, or clothing; and take possession of any items you drop or hand off but ONLY IN THE AID STATION AREAS. Aid given outside of the aid stations areas is strictly prohibited.

NO PACERS ALLOWED!

NO pacers are allowed. Friends and family may not run, walk, or bike with you on the course. They may not give you any aid between aid stations. This is cause for runner disqualification!

SOLO FINISHER TENT and PARTY

SOLO FINISHER TENT: We are very excited again to offer a Solo Runner Finisher tent again this year. It will be located immediately after the finish chute. This heated tent will include: hot soup, light snacks, changing rooms, porta-potty and a nice place to sit and collect yourself after the race before heading in to the main party tent. This will also be a convenient place for your family and friends to locate you immediately after the event. Family and friends are welcome inside the Solo Finisher tent with you! PARTY TENT: After you are changed and ready to party, head over to the large party tent and join the relay finishers. The party tent will have all-you-can-enjoy pizza, beer, wine, and soda, as well as a DJ, dance floor, team costume and name contests, and more! This is free for each participant. Family and friends may join you under the party tent for a cover charge payable at the entrance.

AWARDS / SWAG

Solo runners will receive their Finisher medal and winter beanie at the finish line. SOLO AWARDS: The Fall 50 will offer awards to the TOP 5 MEN and TOP 5 WOMEN in the Open Division (age 39 and under) and Masters Division (age 40 and over) in the solo event.