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Mountains-to-Sea Trail 50K Challenge

Durham, United States • 12 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail 12M & 50K Challenge is a trail race in its 17th year. It takes place on April 12, 2026, starting at Riverside High School in Durham, North Carolina.

Distances

  • 12-Mile (approximately 13 miles)
  • 50-KM

Course Details

Both events are run on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST). The course follows spring single-track trails that wind through woods along the Eno River toward Falls Lake. For the 2026 edition, the routes for both distances have been updated due to construction at Blue Jay Point County Park.

Amenities & Logistics

The event is a cupless race. To reduce waste, participants are asked to carry their own hydration device. Water and electrolyte drinks are provided at all aid stations and at the finish area.

All participants receive a custom race shirt, a custom finisher's award, and refreshments at the finish line. Additional awards are given to the top three overall finishers (male and female) and the top overall masters finishers (male and female) in each race.

The event is presented by Bull City Running Co. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Durham

Race information

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50 km
50-Km
12 mi
12-Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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