Fuel Your Ultra Journey: The Biggest Little Ultra Aid Station Menu

We know that proper nutrition can make or break your ultra experience. That's why we're taking our aid station game seriously and wanted to share exactly what fuels we'll have waiting for you throughout the event. Whether you're chasing a PR in the 6-hour or grinding through the full 48-hour experience, we've got the nutrition to keep you moving.

How Our Aid Station Works

Here's what makes our setup unique: we'll have your standard ultra running snacks available 24/7, but during dedicated meal times, we're stepping it up with made-to-order hot food. That's right—fresh pizza, custom smoothies, and hot meals prepared just for you.

When you're ready for something more substantial than trail mix, simply place your order at our Menu Board, give us your bib number, and head out for another lap. By the time you complete that loop around our beautiful Sparks Marina course, your meal will be ready and waiting.

The Hydration Station

We're going cupless to reduce waste, so make sure to bring your own water bottle or hydration container and mark it with your name. You can leave it at the designated table, and we'll help you stay topped off. With the loop being just under 2 miles, most runners won't need to carry fluids with them, but the choice is yours.

Available drinks:

• Water

• Heed sports drink

• Coke

• Mountain Dew

• Ginger Ale

Volunteers will be on hand to help fill your containers as needed.

The Snack Table—Always Open

Throughout the entire event, help yourself to these ultra staples:

Fresh Fruit: Bananas, watermelon, grapes, oranges, and dates

Salty & Sweet: Cookies, chips, Fritos, pickles, pretzels, peanut butter-filled pretzels, trail mix, Rice Krispie treats, jelly beans, M&Ms, and Gin Gins

Other Essentials: Bagels, hummus, PB&J sandwiches, and more

Made-to-Order Menu: Timing is Everything

We've organized our hot food offerings around what your body craves at different times. Here's the full schedule:

Friday 9 AM - 3 PM & Saturday 11 AM - 4 PM

Perfect for those early and midday miles:

• Fruit Smoothies - Orgain protein powder blended with oat milk and fresh fruit

• Cheese Quesadillas or Grilled Cheese - With vegan cheese and gluten-free bread options available

• Pizza - Choose from cheese, pepperoni, veggie, or supreme (veggie with pepperoni). Toppings include onions, mushrooms, and olives. Cauliflower crust available for gluten-free needs

• Rolled Tortillas - Stuffed with hummus and guacamole

Friday & Saturday 4 PM - 9 PM

When you need something hearty for those evening hours:

• Chili - Available with meat and beans or in a vegan version

• Hamburgers - Hot off the grill

• Mashed Potato Bar - Load it up with your choice of black beans, bacon bits, and shredded cheese

Friday & Saturday 10 PM - 5 AM

Late-night fuel to keep you going through the dark hours:

• Soups - Chicken noodle, top ramen, chicken or vegetable broth, plus a vegan soup option

• Fruit Smoothies - Same great blend as earlier: Orgain protein powder, oat milk, and fruit

• Cheese Quesadillas or Grilled Cheese - Because sometimes comfort food is exactly what you need at 2 AM (with vegan cheese and gluten-free bread options)

Saturday 6 AM - 10 AM & Sunday 5 AM - 9 AM

Rise and shine with a proper breakfast:

• Breakfast Burritos or Scrambled Eggs - Using both traditional liquid eggs and plant-based alternatives

• Bacon

• Hash Browns

• Oatmeal - Topped with Craisins

• Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick

Dietary Accommodations

We're committed to fueling every runner, regardless of dietary needs. You'll notice we've included vegan options at every meal service, gluten-free alternatives where applicable, and plant-based choices throughout the menu. If you have specific dietary concerns, don't hesitate to talk with our aid station volunteers—we want to make sure you have what you need to reach your goals.

Plan Your Nutrition Strategy

Now that you know what's available and when, you can plan your nutrition strategy ahead of time. Think about what foods sit well in your stomach during different phases of your race. Maybe you'll time your laps to grab a fresh smoothie in the afternoon or fuel up with a breakfast burrito as the sun rises on day two.

The loop format of our course means you'll pass the aid station frequently, giving you flexibility to adjust your nutrition plan as you go. No more worrying about missing crucial calories or being stuck with food that doesn't work for you.

We're excited to fuel your journey around the Sparks Marina. Whether you're going for a 6-hour personal best or taking on the full 48-hour challenge, we'll be there with the nutrition you need to test the limits of your human spirit.

See you at the start line!