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Roaring Gap 50K

Name: Roaring Gap 50K
Start: 2025-02-15
End: 2025-02-15
Location: Roaring Gap

Roaring Gap, United States • 15 Feb 2025

The Roaring Gap 50K is an exciting trail running event taking place in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, featuring a scenic course that showcases the beauty of Stone Mountain. Participants can choose from three distances: 50K, 25K, and an 8-mile race. The course includes a mix of trails with varying terrain, including slick spots and stairs, and offers an elevation gain of 1,530 feet per loop.

Runners will enjoy well-stocked aid stations and receive unique handmade pottery medals upon completion. The event promotes a friendly atmosphere for both runners and walkers, with a strict cutoff time of 10 hours. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Roaring Gap

Race information

Registration Facebook

50 km

50k

25 km

25k

8 mi

8 Miler

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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