Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker

Old Fort, United States • 22 Mar 2025

The Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker 50M/55K is a challenging trail run in Old Fort, NC, offering stunning views and intense elevation changes. The course includes climbs up three 6,000 ft+ peaks, including Mount Mitchell, making it the highest 50 miler east of the Mississippi. Runners can expect a mix of technical singletrack, gravel, and pavement, with aid stations every 4-7 miles providing water, Gatorade, and various snacks. The event aims to showcase the trails in the Grandfather District, support trail expansion in the area, and provide a top-notch race experience. Refunds are available up to 45 days before the event, with a partial refund policy in place. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Miler
55 km
55 Kilometer
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

The Trail Camp For Big Kids will take place in Burnsville from Friday 26 July 2024 to Monday 29 July 2024. You can run between 10 and 26 miles.

The Dark Horse Trail Race Series offers a unique trail running experience at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in North Carolina. Participants can choose from a full marathon, half marathon, or 10k race, all set against the backdrop of rolling hills and lush forests. After the race, runners ..

The Not-A-Sprint Weekend trail run event will take place from August 31st to September 1st, 2024, offering various race options including a 12-hour, 6-hour, or 3-hour endurance race. The course is a 4.17 mile out and back trail with minimal elevation gain, mostly shaded, and paved. Aid stations will..

Table Rock Ultras is a challenging trail run event offering both a 50K and a 30K race. The 50K race includes a summit to Table Rock Mountain with creek crossings, technical stretches, and stunning views. The 30K follows the same course but turns around after the second aid station. Aid stations alon..

The Chasing Trails Ultras event on October 5, 2024, in Old Fort, NC, offers a timed trail run where participants can choose between 3 hours, 6 hours, or 12 hours. There are team relay options available for both the 12-hour and 6-hour categories. The course consists of a ~3.2 mile loop with approxima..

The Black Mountain Ultra Traverse (BMUT) is a challenging trail run event designed for true adventurers seeking a profound experience without excess aid station support. Participants will face a grueling climb to the summit of Mt. Mitchell, the tallest peak East of the Mississippi, and traverse mult..