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Name: Devil Makes Three 50k
Start: 2026-05-16
End: 2026-05-16
Location: Waxhaw

Waxhaw, United States • 16 May 2026

Devil Makes Three 50k and 10 Miler

The event on May 16, 2026 takes place at 5213 Harkey Road in Waxhaw, NC. It offers two distances on a trail course set in wooded terrain and near a lake.

50K - three laps of a 10+ mile loop
10 Miler - single lap of the same loop

The course includes technical trails, prairie grass, double wide wooded trails, and scenic lake views. There is one main aid station at the Start/Finish area and an on-course oasis with water and electrolytes. This is a cupless race; runners must bring their own water bottle or hydration pack. A limited number of free collapsible cups will be available at registration.

The Start/Finish area is a wide open field with space for canopies, tents, and personal supplies. Finishers receive a medal; custom t shirts are available as an add on at registration and may be available on race day in limited quantities. The organizer states a low entry fee and also notes there are no refunds. Time limits are ten hours for the 50K and nine hours for the 10 Miler. Registration closes Wednesday, May 13 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Waxhaw

Race information

Registration

50 km

50k

10 mi

10 Miler

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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