Mountain Fork Half Marathon
Norton, United States • 20 Sep 2026
Mountain Fork Half Marathon
The Mountain Fork Half Marathon is a 13.6-mile race. It starts and finishes at the High Knob Observation Tower in Wise County. The course loops through the Mountain Fork watershed, primarily on Forest Service roads.
The start/finish area at the High Knob Observation Tower sits at approximately 4,200 feet above sea level. The total elevation gain for the race is 1,600 feet. The course uses paved and gravel roads, including sections of Forest Road 238, State Route 619, Forest Road 704, and State Route 706. It is an open course, so participants share the road with vehicles.
Packet pick-up is from 7:30-8:30 a.m. on race day at the City of Norton's Reservoir Trailhead. A shuttle bus will transport runners to the start line between 8:30-8:45 a.m. Aid stations are located at approximately the 2.3-, 5-, 7.8-, and 11.5-mile points.
Awards are presented to the top three men and women overall, the top overall masters man and woman, and the top three in five-year age groups. All finishers receive a medal. All proceeds benefit trail development and maintenance in the Flag Rock Recreation Area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.