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The Tardevil 30 Mile Bushwhack

Chapel Hill, United States • 7 Mar 2026

The TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwhack is an annual 30-mile point-to-point trail run between the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University in North Carolina. Held on alternating routes each year, the event starts at UNC's Old Well in even years and at Duke Chapel in odd years, finishing at the opposite location. This self-supported, unofficial fun run features challenging terrain with significant risks, including potential injury or worse, though no fatalities have occurred. Participants run at their own risk, embracing the adventurous and rugged nature of the course that tests endurance and navigation skills across varied landscapes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Chapel Hill

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30 mi
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