Kilkenny Ridge Race

Kilkenny Ridge Race

Kilkenny Ridge Race takes place in the South Pond Recreational Area in Stark, New Hampshire and uses the Kilkenny Ridge Trail through remote mountain terrain. The event offers multiple distances along narrow ridgelines and forested sections on largely unmarked routes, so participants are expected to navigate with maps and GPS tracks provided by the organizer.

Distances

• 50 Mile
• 25 Mile
• 25K

The 25 mile and 50 mile courses follow the Kilkenny Ridge Trail end to end, with roughly 7,500 feet of elevation gain per direction and about 15,000 feet total on the 50 mile route. The 25K covers roughly 15 miles with about 4,000 feet of gain. Aid on course includes backcountry stations with limited food and water, plus more complete aid and a turnaround at the Jefferson Inn; finish area aid will include typical race food and grilled options including vegan burgers.

Mandatory gear is required and will be checked at bib pickup. Required items include at minimum two liters of water, a water filter, windbreaker or rain shell, emergency blanket, headlamp with extra batteries, warm hat and gloves, and minimum calorie reserves (400 to 500 calories depending on distance). Parking is at South Pond and shuttle service is used to reach some start locations. Crews may access specific aid areas and the finish but crewing is prohibited at certain trailheads. Pacers are not permitted. Entry requires prior trail race experience appropriate to each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.