Umstead Trail Marathon

Umstead, United States • 1 Mar 2025

The Umstead Trail Marathon is an annual running event held in William B. Umstead State Park, Raleigh, NC. This marathon covers a scenic 26.2-mile course featuring a mix of technical single-track and gravel bridle trails, set within a beautiful landscape of dense woods, lakes, and hills.

Participants can expect well-stocked aid stations and enthusiastic volunteers throughout the race. All finishers receive a t-shirt and a pint glass, while the top 15 male and female finishers are awarded unique handcrafted prizes. Proceeds from the event support Umstead State Park and the Carolina Godiva Track Club. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
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