Black Forest Ultra
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Black Forest Ultra 100k
The Black Forest Ultra is a single-day trail race held on 10/03/2027 near North Bend, Pennsylvania, on the Black Forest Trail and around Pine Creek Gorge. The main distance is 64 miles with about 13,400 feet of elevation gain and a 19-hour time limit.
The course follows a lollipop loop that runs through and above the west side of Pine Creek Gorge. Runners pass a variety of forest types, including pine plantations, large hemlocks, and red spruce, and gain steep sections where elevation increases can exceed 1,000 feet in under a mile. The event is described as a wilderness-style race with limited external support.
Race rules specified by the organizer include no crews, no pacers, and no spectators. Mandatory kit is required for all participants. Registration details: registration opens 10/05/2026 and closes 01/01/2027; the registration fee is $155.00.
The description of the course emphasizes remote trail conditions and significant climbing on natural singletrack and forest terrain. The event presents prolonged uphill and downhill sections and long stretches away from external support areas. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
