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Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k

Galax, United States • 18 Apr 2026

Event

The Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k takes place in Galax, Virginia (166 Old Quaker Rd). The race distance is 50K and entrants have a 16-hour time limit to complete it. The course uses short loops with approximately 500 feet of vertical gain per 1 mile loop.

Logistics

Aid stations are placed approximately every mile and include hot meals. The site offers free car or tent camping for participants and their crew. Two rooms are available in an on-site rental with a shared kitchen for $60 per night; additional hotels are available in nearby Galax. Registration closes on Fri, Apr 17 at 11:59 PM ET. The event is associated with the Froggy Mountain 50/100. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Galax

Race information

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50 km
Sweet Sixteen 50k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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