Bel Monte Endurance Races

Stuarts Draft, United States • 14 Mar 2026

Bel Monte Endurance Races

The Bel Monte Endurance Races take place in Lyndhurst, Virginia, within the George Washington National Forest in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The event offers multiple trail distances over courses that are primarily single-track trails and mountain roads.

Distances and elevation gain:

  • 50 Miler: 8,500 feet of elevation gain, 95% single-track and mountain roads
  • 50K: 5,100 feet of elevation gain, 95% single-track and mountain roads
  • 25K: 2,100 feet of elevation gain, 95% single-track and mountain roads

The race locations list an address of 348 Lake Rd in Lyndhurst. The course descriptions indicate substantial climbing for each distance and emphasize trail terrain rather than paved surfaces. The event date is Saturday, Mar 14, 2026.

Entries are non-refundable and non-deferrable; by registering, participants accept that race entries are final and that refunds or deferrals will not be offered. Registration for the event closes on Fri, Mar 13 at 11:59 PM ET. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K
50 mi
50 Miler
50 km
50k
25 km
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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