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Highball to Thurmond Ultra

Thurmond, United States • 17 May 2026

Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay - May 17, 2026

The Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay is a point to point trail event through New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia. The course finishes in Thurmond and offers a train return to the 50 Mile start area in Montgomery. The event takes place on May 17, 2026, and includes on-site aid stations and chip timing.

Available race options include:

  • 50 Mile point to point from Montgomery to Thurmond.
  • 50K point to point starting at Hawks Nest State Park.
  • 50 Mile Relay for teams of 2 to 4 runners.
  • 50K Ruck, 50 Mile Pacer, Virtual 50 Mile, and Virtual 50K.

The 50 Mile course mixes paved road (about 12 miles), mountain dirt roads, and trails with roughly 5,000 feet of elevation gain. The 50K course follows marked Gorge trails with about 3,100 feet of climb. Official aid stations are placed along the routes and the course is waymarked.

Registration includes a finisher medal, a 2026 event sweatshirt, race photos, and post race food. Awards are available for top overall finishers, age groups, and relay teams for nominated event options. The finish in Thurmond is described as historic and offers on-site amenities and the option to purchase a train ticket back to Montgomery. Race rules note refund and transfer policies and provide event guides for detailed logistics. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States West Virginia Thurmond

Race information

Registration
50 mi
50 Mile - 12.75 Hour Limit - Awards
50 mi
50 Mile - 14 Hour Limit - No Awards
50 mi
50 Mile Pacer
50 mi
50 Mile Relay
50 km
50k Ruck
50 km
50k
Virtual 50 Mile
Virtual 50k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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