Quest For The Crest

The Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival, taking place from December 7 to 8, 2024, in Old Fort, NC, features a variety of endurance events including 6, 12, and 24-hour trail runs and mountain bike rides. The festival aims to raise funds for the Old Fort Strong Fund, which supports local residents and ..

The Fonta Flora 50K and Half Marathon is a scenic trail race set along the picturesque banks of Lake James in North Carolina. Participants can enjoy the gentle rolling trails while taking in stunning lake and mountain views. The event starts and finishes at Fonta Flora Brewery's Whippoorwill Farm, p..

The Mt Mitchell Challenge and Black Mountain Marathon is a unique running event held in Black Mountain, NC, featuring a challenging 40-mile course that ascends to the summit of Mount Mitchell, the highest point in eastern America. Participants begin at an elevation of 2,360 feet and face a significa..

The Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker is a scenic running event featuring a 50-mile and a 55-kilometer course in Old Fort, NC, set against the backdrop of Mount Mitchell. Participants will traverse challenging trails, including significant climbs and descents, with the 50-mile route summiting three peaks ..

The Seven Sisters 25K is a challenging trail running event set in the scenic Montreat Wilderness of North Carolina. This race features a demanding 25-kilometer course with approximately 4,000 feet of elevation gain, showcasing stunning views as it traverses multiple peaks and overlooks, including th..

The Lake James 7 Miler & 5k is an exciting running event held at Fonta Flora's Whippoorwill Farm in Nebo, NC, featuring scenic trails through Lake James State Park. Designed for both beginners and experienced runners, the courses offer beautiful views and light rolling hills. Participants receive a ..