Leatherwood Marathon
Ferguson, United States • 11 Apr 2026
Leatherwood Marathons : April 11, 2026, Ferguson, NC
Leatherwood Marathons is a trail event hosted by Dirty Wolf Racing in the Leatherwood Mountains near Ferguson, North Carolina on April 11, 2026. The event offers multiple distances on a course built from repeating loops. Registration closes April 8.
Distances
- 25K - One 12-mile loop, 3,050 ft gain
- 50K - Two loops plus an out-and-back, 6,050 ft gain
- 50-Miler - Four full loops, 12,200 ft gain
- 100-Miler - Eight loops, 24,400 ft gain
- 10 Miler - Listed distance available
Course, aid, and rules
The course is based on a 12-mile loop with about 3,050 feet of elevation gain per loop. Trail surfaces include roots, rock, and mud, and the route is marked with orange ribbons and yellow arrows. There are three aid stations per loop (Alpha - crew access, Wolf Fang - no crew, Omega). Aid station supplies include water, Tailwind, soda, candy, bacon, fruit, pickles, salt, and basic first aid. The 100-mile entry has a requirement for a dusk pacer for safety. The 100-mile cutoff is 36 hours. No dogs, strollers, or unregistered runners are allowed; no refunds are offered.
Accommodations and services
Nearby lodging options mention Leatherwood Mountains Cabins and Creekside Campground with tent and RV sites, power and water hookups, and shower and bathroom facilities. Campsites are limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.