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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, traversing the rugged Kilkenny Ridge Trail within the White Mountain National Forest. It offers three distances: 50 miles, 25 miles, and 25 kilometers, each featuring significant elevation gains of approximately 7,500 feet per direction for the longer courses. The course passes remote wilderness areas and includes summits of notable peaks like Mount Cabot and Mount Waumbek.

The trail is unmarked but well-signed, requiring runners to use GPS navigation. Aid stations are limited and backcountry-style, emphasizing self-sufficiency. The race is known for its wild, remote atmosphere and is suited for experienced mountain runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Hampshire Groveton

Race information

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50 mi
22860 m+
50 Miler
25 mi
25 Miler
25 km
12192 m+
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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