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Name: Hone Quarry 40 Miler
Start: 2025-03-29
End: 2025-03-29
Location: Dayton

Dayton, United States • 29 Mar 2025

The Hone Quarry Ultra is a challenging 40-mile trail endurance race set in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, starting and finishing at Briery Branch. Participants will navigate through the George Washington National Forest, experiencing stunning landscapes, including cliffs, meadows, and waterfalls, while tackling approximately 8,000 feet of elevation gain. The course features a mix of single-track trails and scenic vistas, with several aid stations along the way. Limited to 125 runners, the event offers podium prizes for the top finishers and emphasizes the technical nature of the race. Registration is available until mid-March 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Dayton

Race information

Website Registration

40 mi

8000 m+

40 Miler

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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