Mountains-to-Sea Trail 50K Challenge

APR
11
2027
Trail races on April 11 2027 at Riverside High School offering 13 Miles and 50+ KM routes on the Mountains to Sea Trail with cupless support and finisher awards.
Sun 11 Apr 2027
50 kilometers 13 miles

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Mountains-to-Sea Trail 13M & 50K Challenge

This event on April 11, 2027 is a trail race held at Riverside High School in Durham, NC. It is the 18th annual running along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail as it follows the Eno River toward Falls Lake. The race uses single-track hiking trails with natural obstacles such as roots, rocks, logs, quick turns, woodland animals, and possible water crossings.

Distances

  • 13 Miles
  • 50+ KM (route map shows closer to 31 miles)

Organizers state the course will be well marked and supported with multiple aid stations and volunteers. The event will be cupless; participants are asked to carry their own hydration. Water and electrolyte drink options will be available at all aid stations and at the finish area.

All participants receive a custom race shirt and a finisher award. Additional awards include top three overall finishers and top overall masters finishers for men and women in each race. Results will be posted accurately according to the organizer.

Registration opens December 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM EST and closes February 15, 2027 at 11:59 PM. Registration fees listed are $50 for the 13 Mile event and $80 for the 50+ KM event. The event is presented by Bull City Running Co. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

50 km
50+ Km
13 mi
13-Mile

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