The Unforeseen

Charlotte, United States • 15 Nov 2025

The Unforeseen, staged by Kingfisher Ultras, takes place at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve in Charlotte, North Carolina. This random-distance race is decided by a dice roll 15 seconds before start, yielding 4.5 to 27 miles, with each 2.25-mile lap on a fast, flowing mix of flat gravel and single-track trails. Start/finish near the pavilion behind the nature center.

An aid station with snacks and jugs, plus first aid, is available. Notable features include a Damascus steel knife prize, bibs assigned by age order, and a cancellation-credit policy. A GPX map is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Random Distance (2.25 Miles per Lap, Total Distance Determined by Dice Roll)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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