The Watershed Endurance 6Hr/3Hr Run is an unique event to challenge an individual’s physical abilities hosted by Final Lap Racing. The event will consist of a 3-hour and 6-hour timed run taking place on the 1 Mile path around the Watershed Nature Center. Participants can run, jog, walk or even take a break in between loops. The event is to see how many miles individuals can complete within the 3 or 6 hours limit. Event is limited to 120 participants. So, how far can you go?
Both distances will end at midnight. Participants will be required to wear a headlamp, waist lamp or carry a light after sunset.
Times
6 HR – Start 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
3 HR – Start 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Packet Pickup
Early packet pickup – Friday, August 7th - 3:00 PM-6:00 PM at Runwell, 142 N Main St, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Race day - 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM in front of the Watershed Nature Center Welcome Center.
In-person registration will be available during Packet Pickup hours on Friday and Race Day
Awards
Male & Female Overall in both races.
Top 2 Male & Female age group winners – 29 & under, 30-30, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ in both races.
Top Male/Female Ruck division winner in both races. Weight minimum - 20lbs for Female and 30lbs for Men. Packs will be weighted during pickup on race day.
*Awards will be based on the number of loops completed AND the fastest finish time within the time limit.
Aid Station
An aid station tent will be setup near the Welcome Center. This will be supplied with water, electrolyte drink, energy gels, fruit, snacks and first aid. There will be no cooked food on-site. Participants are encouraged to provide their own aid during event. Event will be a CUP-FREE event to minimize the trash in the landfills. Restrooms will be available inside the Welcome Center and in parking lot near basketball/sand volleyball courts.
Per City permits - NO grills or open flames allowed on property
Course
The course is a 1.01 Mile loop from the walking path leading to the Welcome Center. The route surface is 50% crushed limestone and 50% pavement.
Course direction changes each year. Even years - Clockwise, Odd years - Counterclockwise
Results
Results will be posted live during the event on the RunSignUp event page. Results will also be posted on UltraSignUp within 24 hours of the conclusion of event.
Live race day results provided by Final Lap Racing.
Aug 08, 2026
Distance — 1.01 Miles
Type — Running
18:00
$65.00
Aug 08, 2026
Distance — 1.01 Miles
Type — Running
21:00
$45.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Edwardsville.
Learn more about the host city, Edwardsville.
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calendar_today May 09, 2026
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