This first of its kind, category-defining work will inspire and guide generations of runners and outdoor enthusiasts. 

The sport of ultrarunning has grown over 300% in the past decade. With an estimated sixty million Americans identifying as runners in one of its many forms, many now are seeking out classic routes around the country. As one of the fastest growing sports in the world, ultrarunning is ready for its own bucket-list book.  

Through practical insider tips, first-person narratives, and transportive photography of breathtaking routes through twenty-five states and distances ranging from nineteen to ninety-five miles, this will engage active trail runners seeking their next adventure, road runners looking to transition to trails, outdoor enthusiasts, and armchair adventurers.  

This beautiful resource is an invitation to adventure, a celebration of the sport, a beautiful piece of art, and an inspiration for the next generation of trail runners.

About The Author

Rickey Gates ran TransAmericana, a 3,700-mile solo run across the United States, which became the subject of his acclaimed documentary and book Cross Country. Andy Cochrane is a journalist whose work has been published in The New York Times, The Guardian, Forbes, and Outside. Ian MacLellan is an accomplished outdoor photographer and filmmaker whose work has appeared in The New York Times and Runner’s World. Kílian Jornet has won the triple crown of ultrarunning—Western States, Hardrock, and UTMB. Runners for Public Lands is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes the running community to protect public lands, advocate for environmental justice, and promote sustainable access to nature.