Our Challenge

A View From Parks Ridge

The Taterbug 30 Ultramarathon course will begin in front of the historic Switzerland County Courthouse and head west out of town, turning right onto Hwy 129.  Shortly after, you will begin to climb to the highest point in all of Switzerland County and the peak for which the race is named—Taterbug Hill.  The course then winds throughout scenic Switzerland County showcasing its beautiful creeks, farmland and wildlife.  

The entire course will be paved with a very small section of gravel road. The majority of the course will be less-traveled county roads.  Depending on rainfall, a creek crossing the course may result in wet shoes, so be prepared...and don't be a wimp!   

It is mainly a loop course, with only a small section of Taterbug Hill being to the top and back.  The rest of the course showcases a large sampling of the picturesque beauty of Switzerland County. 

View a detailed map with an elevation chart here.