Fire On The Mountain 50K Trail Race
Little Orleans, United States • 1 Nov 2026
Event Overview
The Fire on the Mountain Trail Race takes place in Green Ridge State Forest near Little Orleans, Maryland. The event offers two distances: a 50K (~31.95 miles) and a 25K (~16.3 miles).
Course Details
The 50K is an out-and-back course with seven aid station visits, including a mid-point "oasis." Runners must finish within 10 hours to be an official finisher. The 25K course includes three aid station visits and features approximately 6.5 miles of trail, described as sometimes technical with roots, rocks, and narrow tracks, plus 9.6 miles of forest service and improved dirt roads. The cutoff time for the 25K is 4 hours and 45 minutes.
Additional Information
The race begins at 7:00 AM on Sunday, November 1, 2026. It is noted that Daylight Saving Time ends on that day, so clocks should be set back one hour on the preceding Saturday night. The organizer, 2Lowe Run Co., states there are no refunds, deferments, or transfers, with possible exceptions for military or pregnancy-related circumstances.
A semi-organized training run is scheduled for September 27, 2026, starting at the race finish line. The event is part of a series where participants in five out of seven designated 2Lowe Run Co. events can earn "Distinguished Participant" status. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.