Looking Glass 100K
Pisgah Forest, United States • 15 Nov 2025
The Looking Glass 100k is a highly scenic ultramarathon held in Pisgah Forest near Asheville, North Carolina. Covering approximately 62 miles with about 10,600 feet of elevation gain and loss, the course features a challenging single large loop around the iconic Looking Glass Rock. Runners traverse diverse terrains including smooth and technical singletrack, grassy double track, gravel, and some pavement. The route highlights multiple ecosystems, high-elevation balds above 6,000 feet such as Black Balsam Knob and Tennet Mountain, and several waterfalls and moss-covered streams. The race offers well-stocked aid stations, live tracking, and post-race festivities including food and craft beer, making it one of the most scenic and demanding 100k races on the East Coast. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.