Leatherwood Marathon
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Leatherwood Marathons : April 3, 2027, Ferguson NC
Leatherwood Marathons is a set of trail ultramarathon events held in the Leatherwood Mountains near Ferguson, NC, organized by Dirty Wolf Racing. The course runs on private, looped trails marked with orange ribbons and yellow arrows. Registration closes Mar 30, 2027.
Distances and elevation gain:
- Leatherwood 100 Miler: 106.97 miles, 25,145 ft elevation gain.
- Leatherwood 100K: 64.15 miles, 15,095 ft elevation gain.
- Leatherwood 50 Miler: 53.15 miles, 11,944 ft elevation gain.
- Leatherwood 50K: 32.1 miles, 6,989 ft elevation gain.
- Leatherwood 25K: 16.35 miles, 3,235 ft elevation gain.
Aid stations are staffed and stocked with water, Tailwind, soda, candy, bacon, fruit, pickles, salt, and basic first aid supplies. Results are posted on UltraSignup and photos are released about one week after the event. Finishers receive a handmade pottery medal and race swag.
Event rules include no dogs, no strollers, no unregistered runners, and no refunds. Deferments are available by request prior to the event. Local accommodations include multiple rustic cabins, some with hot tubs, and a creekside campground with tent and RV sites, electric hookups, and barn shower facilities; campsites are limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
