Fonta Flora 50K and Half Marathon

The Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival, taking place from December 7 to 8, 2024, in Old Fort, NC, features a variety of endurance events including 6, 12, and 24-hour trail runs and mountain bike rides. The festival aims to raise funds for the Old Fort Strong Fund, which supports local residents and ..

The South Mountains Marathons, organized by Tanawha Adventures, features a series of challenging trail races set in the scenic South Mountains State Park in North Carolina. Participants can choose from a 50K, marathon, or half marathon, each offering a mix of wide and technical trails, with signific..

The Mt Mitchell Challenge and Black Mountain Marathon is a unique running event held in Black Mountain, NC, featuring a challenging 40-mile course that ascends to the summit of Mount Mitchell, the highest point in eastern America. Participants begin at an elevation of 2,360 feet and face a significa..

The Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker is a scenic running event featuring a 50-mile and a 55-kilometer course through the stunning trails of Western North Carolina, starting at Camp Grier in Old Fort. Runners will experience challenging climbs and descents, including three peaks over 6,000 feet, with high..

The Seven Sisters 25K is a challenging trail running event set in the scenic Montreat Wilderness of North Carolina. This race features a demanding 25-kilometer course with approximately 4,000 feet of elevation gain, showcasing stunning views as it traverses multiple peaks and overlooks, including th..

The Lake James 7 Miler & 5k is an exciting running event held at Fonta Flora's Whippoorwill Farm in Nebo, NC, featuring scenic trails through Lake James State Park. Designed for both beginners and experienced runners, the courses offer beautiful views and light rolling hills. Participants receive a ..