The Yeti 100 Mile Endurance Run

Abingdon, United States • 9 Oct 2026

Event overview

The Yeti 100 Mile Endurance Run is a 100-mile footrace held in Abingdon, Virginia, on the Virginia Creeper Trail. The event is listed as the 10th annual running and the course is USATF certified (VA19003MS). An interactive course map is available through UltraPacer. Timing is provided by Zen Arcade Timing using chip timing systems with real-time tracking, live lap counting, splits, and advanced display options.

Course and services

The course follows a rails-to-trail route through Virginia mountain terrain. The organizer notes crew-friendly access points along the route and multiple well-stocked aid stations. The event is described as placed along a National Scenic Rails to Trail corridor. The race route is presented as suitable for steady pacing and paced finishes.

Entry requirements and series information

Qualification options listed for the event include completing 50 miles on foot within 12 months of the race, completing 100 miles within the last two years, or being registered for a qualifying 50-mile or 24-hour event in the 2024 race calendar. The Yeti 100 is part of the From Start to Heart series, which groups three Appalachian events: Troublesome Hollow 50K, Dam Yeti 50 Miler, and the Yeti 100. The series offers a combined registration option and is limited to 50 series entrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
100 Miles
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