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Mountains-to-Sea Trail 50K Challenge

Raleigh, United States • 13 Apr 2025

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail 12M & 50K Challenge is an annual trail running event held in Raleigh, NC, featuring two race distances: 12 miles and 50 kilometers. Participants will navigate the scenic single-track trails of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail around Falls Lake, encountering natural obstacles typical of trail running. The event emphasizes sustainability by encouraging runners to carry their own hydration devices, as it will be cupless. Aid stations will be available approximately every three miles, providing refreshments and support. All finishers receive awards, and additional prizes are given to top finishers in various categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Raleigh

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50 km
50-Km
12 mi
12-Mile
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