Ridge to Rails - Old Fort, NC

Old Fort, United States • 6 Jun 2026

Event Overview

The Ridge to Rails event takes place in Old Fort, North Carolina. It features three trail race distances: a 50k, a half marathon, and a 10k. The races use a combination of classic and new trails in the area, including the Old Fort Gateway Trail System.

Distances and Courses

The event includes three courses:

  • 50k: A single-loop course using trails such as Star Gap, Bernard Mtn, and Kitsuma. It has an elevation gain and loss of approximately 5700 feet.
  • Half Marathon: A net downhill, point-to-point race starting at the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains and finishing in Old Fort. It loses about 2600 feet over 13 miles, with a gain of around 1200 feet.
  • 10k: A figure-8 loop contained within the Old Fort Gateway Trail System.

Event Information

The event date is June 6, 2026. All races start and finish at Camp Grier (985 Camp Grier Rd, Old Fort, NC). Half marathon runners must use a provided shuttle, which departs at 7:40 AM. Packet pickup is available the Friday before the race at Hillmen Beer in downtown Old Fort, or on race morning starting at 6:00 AM.

Time limits are 11 hours for the 50k, 4 hours for the half marathon, and 2.5 hours for the 10k. Aid stations are provided on all courses.

All participants receive a t-shirt, race sticker, and a locally crafted finisher medal. Top finishers and age group winners receive awards or gift certificates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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