Haroc
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HAROC (Hanging Rock Challenge) : Danbury, NC
HAROC (Hanging Rock Challenge) is a trail running event at Hanging Rock State Park in Danbury, NC, taking place on December 5, 2026. The event is organized by Tanawha Adventures and offers two distance options.
Courses run on technical singletrack with rock and root features, cliffs, boulder fields, and waterfalls. The 50K and 25K routes include substantial elevation gain and limited pavement sections. A backup date of February 14 is listed in case of significant ice or snow.
Distance details:
- 50K (30.6 miles): ~5,100 ft elevation gain; time limit 9.5 hours; 4 aid stations.
- 25K (15.8 miles): ~2,800 ft elevation gain; time limit 6 hours; 2 aid stations.
Trail mileage is approximately 30 miles for the 50K and 15 miles for the 25K, with about 0.7 miles of pavement on each course. The event notes multiple aid stations along the routes and emphasizes technical terrain and notable elevation changes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
