Dam Yeti 50
Abingdon, United States • 5-6 Jun 2027
Dam Yeti 50, Abingdon VA
The Dam Yeti 50 is a trail running event organized by Yeti Trail Runners in Abingdon, VA and scheduled for June 5-6, 2027. The event includes multiple distances and a variety of course features on local National Forest terrain.
Distances
- 50 mile
- 55K
- Pepsi Challenge 25K
Course notes describe an extended downhill section in the opening miles with National Forest views, followed by several miles that lead into the mountain town of Damascus. A notable landmark on the route is a broken Pepsi machine located between Damascus and Alvarado that figures in local race lore. The 50 mile race uses an out-and-back format with a pacer pickup option, while the 55K follows a single-direction route.
Logistics include a cupless format with a mandatory hydration pack or bottle, self-drop at the start, and crew access points along a well-supported course. Race timing is provided by Zen Arcade Timing with chip timing and real-time tracking features. The event is listed as part of the From Start to Heart series and references a series registration option that links multiple Yeti Trail Runners races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.