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Rachel Entrekin

Rachel Entrekin is an American ultramarathon runner and physical therapist best known for her trail and mountain racing performances.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rachel Entrekin is an American ultramarathon runner and physical therapist. She is best known for winning the Cocodona 250 three consecutive times from 2024 to 2026, and in 2026 she became the first woman to win the race outright. She is widely regarded as one of the leading ultrarunners in the United States.

Early life and education

Entrekin was born in Birmingham, Alabama, and later attended university, where she began taking running seriously. Sources describe her as having no major competitive sports background in school before developing into an endurance athlete.

Ultrarunning career

Entrekin became known for trail and ultradistance races, especially 100-mile and 200-mile events. Coverage highlights her as a frequent winner and record-holder in demanding ultramarathons and fixed-time races.

Cocodona 250 victories

Her defining results came at the Cocodona 250, where she won the women’s division in 2024 and 2025 before winning outright in 2026. In 2026 she set an overall course record of 56:09:48.

Recognition

Entrekin has been profiled by running media and mainstream outlets for her breakthrough performances. She has been described as one of the top ultrarunners in the world and has earned the nickname 'Queen of Cocodona.'

Key facts

  • Entrekin is an American elite ultrarunner and physical therapist.
  • She was born in 1991 in Birmingham, Alabama.
  • She began running seriously during her university years and later moved into trail and ultrarunning.
  • She won the Cocodona 250 in 2024, 2025, and 2026.
  • In 2026, she became the first woman to win the Cocodona 250 overall and set a new course record.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Rachel Entrekin?
She is an American ultramarathon runner and physical therapist known for elite trail and mountain racing results.
What is Rachel Entrekin best known for?
She is best known for winning the Cocodona 250 three times in a row and for becoming the first woman to win the race outright in 2026.
Where was Rachel Entrekin born?
She was born in Birmingham, Alabama, in the United States.
What was her Cocodona 250 time in 2026?
She finished in 56 hours, 9 minutes, and 48 seconds.
Is Rachel Entrekin a professional athlete?
Yes. Sources describe her as an elite or professional ultrarunner, and she is also identified as a physical therapist.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_Entrekin
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, and major Cocodona 250 achievements.
  2. Precision Hydration — https://www.precisionhydration.com/athletes/profiles/running/rachel-entrekin/
    Supports: Athlete profile, origin, transition into trail running, current residence, and Cocodona 250 results.
  3. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/may/07/rachel-entrekin-cocodona-250-ultramarathon
    Supports: 2026 Cocodona 250 overall win, record time, and biographical details about her running career.
  4. Ultrarunning Magazine — https://ultrarunning.com/featured/the-arrival-of-rachel-entrekin/
    Supports: Early ultrarunning career, race wins, and record-setting performances.