Causeway Cost Ultra Marathon 2025

Pack Collection and start line Portballintrae Village Hal https://goo.gl/maps/4Zk3DFUkUvs6DEpu9 Start time: 7am (Pack collection from 5:45am bus leave for start line at 6:15am) 10 hours to complete Total Distance: 64km Total elevation: 449m Route https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/79953339 The Ultra Marathon is the longest category at 63km and is a serious undertaking. You will first take a short bus trip to the beach in Portstewart and the start line. From here you will run the costal paths passing through Portstewart and Portrush along the way. You will encounter various trail conditions on this section from pavement, single track gravel, grass and beaches. The Beach from Portrush to White Rocks is beautiful but brutal. Then onto Portballintrae passing Dunluce castle on the way. On arriving at Portballintrae you will pass through the start line for the Marathon joining the marathon course for the duration of the ultra in an out and back format. As an ultra-competitor you will have the opportunity to leave a drop bag with us at pack collection on the morning of the event. The will be brought into the course for you to have access at Dunserverik Harbor at 36km and again at 50km. It will then be brought back to the finish line for collection once the last ultra-runner has cleared this point. On finishing the race you will get a Beer from Mourne Mountain Brewery, some food and the all-important event Medal. From 8am the following Support Stations are at the following distances and locations: 1 – 12.7km Portrush, Water and medical 2 – 22.6km Portballintrae, Food, Water Medical 3 – 34.8km Dunserverick Castle . Food, Water and medical 4 – 36.5km Dunserverick Harbour Food, water and medical & Drop bags 5 – 43km Larrybane (turn) Food Water and Medical 6 – 50.5km Dunsererick Harbour Food, water and medical & Drop bags 7 – 52.3km Dunserverick Castle Food, water, Medical 8 – 59km Giants Causeway Food, water and medical Aid stations are also clearly marked on the interactive route https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/79953339 Finding your way As with all the categories the Ultra Trail will be fully way marked. While being able to navigate isn’t completely necessary we encourage everyone to take time to study the course, train on it if possible, carry a map and know how to use it. We encourage the use of GPS and other mapping software such as viewranger. GPX files will be available prior to the event. We will do everything in our power to ensure your kept on track but in the end its your responsibility to follow our guidance and physical markers on the course. Safety and medical We will have a dedicated Check Point Crew located along the course at strategic points. We will monitor and record both your progress and your physical and mental state. If you require medical attention we will task one of our private paramedics to your location if appropriate. Our team will be there if you need them. Mandatory Equipment This is a serious event and needs to be taken seriously. Costal weather can change suddenly. In past Causeway Coast Marathons we have had everything from torrential rain and gale force winds to scorching heat and drought conditions. You need to be prepared for all eventualities should you sustain an injury, become unwell or get lost. We are asking all participants to also download the View ranger app to their phone prior to the event. This app can be used to pinpoint your location should you become lost, injured or unwell. The list below is mandatory and checks will be made to ensure everyone is properly prepared before starting. – Full body waterproof cover – Warm hat – Space Blanket – Additional power bank for phone. (this can be kept in you drop bag). – Small first aid kit – Back Pack or wait pack to keep it in – Extra food and water is recommended but plenty will be available at water stations. Cut offs 10 hours to complete 1st Cut off – 22km Portballintrae – 10am 3 hours into the race 2nd Cut off – 43km Larrybane Turn 1pm 6 hours into race 3rd Cut off – 52km Dunseverick Harbor 2:30pm 7.5 hours into race 4TH Cut off – 59km Giants Causeway 4pm 9 hours into the race Finish line Cut off – 5pm 10 hours into race At the end of the race you will be welcomed by 100s of fellow runners, spectators, your support crew and the 26 extreme crew that have been with you for the duration of the event. You’ll get a beer or two from Mourne Mountain Brewery, a bite to eat a medal and a buff. We will also have a medical crew and massage team to care for any injuries you’ve picked up along the way.