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Kilkenny Ridge Race

Groveton, United States • 20 Sep 2025

The Kilkenny Ridge Race is a challenging trail running event held in Stark, New Hampshire, within the White Mountain National Forest. It offers three distances: 50 miles, 25 miles, and 25 kilometers, all following the rugged Kilkenny Ridge Trail. The course features approximately 7,500 feet of elevation gain each way, traversing remote wilderness and summiting peaks like Mount Cabot and Mount Waumbek.

The route is unmarked but well-signed, requiring runners to use GPS navigation and carry mandatory gear due to the wild, remote conditions. Aid stations provide limited support, and the race emphasizes self-sufficiency. The event is part of the White Mountain Endurance Cup series, celebrating mountain running in the Northeast. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Hampshire Groveton

Race information

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50 mi
7500 m+
50 Miler
25 mi
7500 m+
25 Miler
25 km
4000 m+
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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