Bel Monte Endurance Races

Stuarts Draft, United States • 15 Mar 2025

The Bel Monte Endurance Races, held in the scenic George Washington National Forest in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, offer a challenging and exhilarating experience for runners. Participants can choose from three distances: a 50-mile race with 8,500 feet of elevation gain, a 50K with 5,100 feet, and a 25K with 2,100 feet. The event features predominantly single-track trails and mountain roads, making it a premier spring ultra in the eastern United States. Registration is non-refundable and non-deferrable, emphasizing the commitment required from participants. Enjoy the stunning landscapes and the thrill of endurance racing at Bel Monte! Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K
50 mi
2600 m+
50 Miler
50 km
1550 m+
50k
25 km
700 m+
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

The Walnut Creek 10 Miler is part of the inaugural Walnut Creek 5 & Dime event, taking place in North Garden, Virginia. This winter race is designed for participants of all ages and skill levels, featuring a scenic course that showcases the beautiful trails of Walnut Creek Park. The route consists o..

The Hone Quarry Ultra is a challenging 40-mile trail endurance race set in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, starting and finishing at Briery Branch. Participants will navigate through the George Washington National Forest, experiencing stunning landscapes, including cliffs, meadows, and waterfalls..

The Mountain & Vine Vineyard 9k is a scenic running event taking place on March 29, 2025, at the picturesque Mountain & Vine Vineyards in Faber, Virginia. Participants can choose from three distances: 3k, 6k, and 9k, with the course featuring challenging hills and stunning views. Runners will receiv..

The Massanutten King of the Mountain 18 Miler is an exciting running event set to take place in McGaheysville, Virginia. This challenging course features a mix of trails, gravel, and roads, offering participants scenic views and a rewarding experience. Runners will start at Massanutten Base Camp, na..

The Wisdom Oak Winery 10k is a scenic running event taking place at the beautiful Wisdom Oak Winery in North Garden, VA. Participants can enjoy a challenging cross-country course that includes rolling hills and gravel roads, with the 10k consisting of two laps around the vineyard. Runners will recei..

The Grindstone Running Festival by UTMB is an exciting trail running event set in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, featuring stunning fall foliage and challenging terrain. Participants can choose from four race distances: 100M, 100K, 50K, and 21K, catering to runners of all experience levels. This..

UTMB Index