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Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker

Old Fort, United States • 21 Mar 2026

Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker is an ultramarathon held in Old Fort, North Carolina, starting at Camp Grier. The event offers 50-mile and 55-kilometer options through the western NC mountains known as “the other Pisgah.” Highlights include Snooks Nose, Green Knob, Black Mountain Crest, and Heartbreak Ridge, with the 50M route featuring three major climbs and descents over 6,000+ ft peaks, making it the highest 50-miler east of the Mississippi. Note: after Hurricane Helene, the course was rerouted and Mt Mitchell summit is not part of the race. The trail blends technical singletrack, grassy sections, gravel, and occasional pavement, with aid stations about every 4-7 miles; lodging at Camp Grier is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Old Fort

Race information

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50 mi
12000 m+
50 Miles
55 km
7500 m+
55 Kilometers
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