Bel Monte Endurance Races
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Bel Monte Endurance Races - March 20, 2027
Bel Monte Endurance Races offers three spring trail events in the Blue Ridge Mountains using the George Washington National Forest trail system. The race weekend is centered at Sun Retreats and Shenandoah Acres, where cabins and camping options are available near the start and finish area.
The courses mix terrain and technical features. Overall composition is about 65% single-track, roughly 30% jeep and gravel road, and under 5% pavement. Sections vary between more runnable stretches and more technical trail; the longest sustained climb on the 50 mile and 25K courses is about 5.5 miles. All three races carry UTMB index status.
Race services and logistics include on-site packet pickup, drop bag handling at Shenandoah Acres before the races, and multiple aid stations stocked with single-serve items. The organizer, Bad to the Bone Sports, has produced trail events since 2001. Entry is limited for these events.
Distances
- 50 Mile
- 50K
- 25K
Time limits are specified for the longer events, with a 12-hour cutoff for the 50K and a 14-hour cutoff for the 50 mile. Course maps and aid station details are provided by the organizer for participant planning. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
