Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra

The Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra is one of North Carolina’s most iconic point-to-point trail races. Held each September, this epic endurance challenge connects Pilot Mountain State Park to Hanging Rock State Park, offering a truly unforgettable ultra-marathon experience. With race options including the 50 Mile Ultra, the 50K Ultra, and the 50 Mile Relay, athletes of all levels can take on the rugged beauty of the Sauratown Mountains. Known for its tough climbs, technical trails, and stunning scenery, PM2HR is a bucket-list race for trail runners and ultra-distance athletes.

The 50 Mile course features over 7,500 feet of elevation gain, while the 50K course delivers more than 4,000 feet of climbing—making this race as challenging as it is rewarding. The 50 Mile Relay allows teams to split the distance and share in the adventure together. Whether you’re racing solo or with friends, PM2HR will test your grit, your endurance, and your love for the trails.

Why Run the Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra?

• Scenic point-to-point course: Travel from the iconic knob of Pilot Mountain to the rocky cliffs and waterfalls of Hanging Rock State Park.
• Elevation that tests you: With over 7,500 feet of climbing in the 50 Mile and 4,000+ feet in the 50K, this ultra delivers a challenge worthy of your training.
• Relay option: Not ready for the full ultra? Grab your teammates and split the miles in the 50 Mile Relay.
• Ultra experience: A mix of singletrack, fire roads, and tough mountain terrain gives you everything an ultra should.
• Community spirit: Preview runs, virtual clinics, and on-course support create a welcoming environment for both first-time ultrarunners and seasoned veterans.
• Epic finish line: Celebrate with your hard-earned medal, memories, and trail glory.

Race Details

• Distances: 50 Mile Ultra, 50K Ultra, 50 Mile Relay
• Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
• Location: Pilot Mountain State Park to Hanging Rock State Park, North Carolina
• Elevation: 50 Mile – 7,500+ ft gain | 50K – 4,000+ ft gain
• Course terrain: Technical singletrack, rugged climbs, steep descents, and fire roads

Who Should Run PM2HR?

This race is ideal for:

• Trail runners seeking a challenging and scenic ultra in North Carolina
• Athletes looking for a point-to-point ultra with significant elevation gain
• Relay teams who want to share in a mountain adventure together
• Runners training for longer ultras who want a demanding 50K or 50M test
• Anyone who wants to experience both Pilot Mountain State Park and Hanging Rock State Park in one epic race

Be part of the adventure

The Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra & Relay is more than a race—it’s a journey through two of North Carolina’s most beautiful state parks, a test of endurance, and a celebration of trail running community. Whether you’re in it for the challenge, the camaraderie, or the breathtaking scenery, PM2HR delivers an experience you’ll never forget.

This guide will take you section-by-section through the 50 Km course. Even if you're familiar with these trails, we suggest you read through this guide before race day! 

This is a course map on Strava. You can view the course and elevation, as well as download a GPX file from this link to use with your running watch. 

 

PM2HR has partnered with Team Wicked Bonkproof to offer comprehensive training plans, ensuring you’ll be fully prepared on race day! Click this link for details & how to sign up for the training plan. 

 

This guide will take you section-by-section through the 50 mile course. Even if you're familiar with these trails, we suggest you read through this guide before race day! 

This is a course map on Strava. You can view the course and elevation, as well as download a GPX file from this link to use with your running watch. 

 

PM2HR has partnered with Team Wicked Bonkproof to offer comprehensive training plans, ensuring you’ll be fully prepared on race day! Click this link for details & how to sign up for the training plan. 

 

That’s right, all of you not quite crazy enough to want to run from Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock can still get in on some of the crazy and all the fun.  Join the team for awesome swag, great finishers medals, and one of the toughest courses in the Southeast.  Relays can be made up of groups of 2, 3 or 4.  Make sure you plan ahead as transportation from relay hand off to relay hand off has to be done by your team.  We will have awards for the top 2 person, 3 person, and 4 person teams.  All participants in the relay will receive a finishers medal and a PM2HR hoodie! We will not have individual timing mats at each timing point. So, if you want to know your individual splits for bragging rights, please wear a watch.

Relay participants must exchange at the designated exchange points and nowhere else on the course. Please follow any parking restrictions and volunteer directions at those designated points. Teams will have one bib number which they will hand off at the exchange points. Whoever is currently running must have the team bib number on. Please keep in mind that the food at aid station is for all runners. Do not treat this as a long-distance buffet. We have enough food for each runner, but we also do not want to be wasteful and over purchase.

Check out the 2025 Relay Guide (we will be making changes and updating before the end of 2025 with info for 2026!

 

PM2HR has partnered with Team Wicked Bonkproof to offer comprehensive training plans, ensuring you’ll be fully prepared on race day! Click this link for details & how to sign up for the training plan. 

 

Are you finalizing which leg each teammate will be running? Click here for a Relay team leg assignment worksheet to make it easier. 

 

 

Note: Aid Stations locations may change slightly due to course modifications and availability of safe zones to host stations. Full stations will include water, Tailwind Hydration, and huma gels as well as food options.

 

Click the link below to download a PDF file with live map links for the aid station locations!

Michigan

Mega Medal Series

Prove It 5K/10K:  April 18, 2026 at the GM Milford Proving Ground in Milford, Michigan

Trenton Summerfest Half Marthon, 8K, & 5K:  June 27, 2026 at Elizabeth Park in Trenton, Michigan

Dearborn Decades 5K:  August 9, 2026 at Ford Field Park in Dearborn, Michigan

Run the 313 5K:  August 22, 2026 at Palmer Park in Detroit, Michigan

Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K:  September 27, 2026 at Atwater Brewery in Detroit, Michigan

Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Mile:  November 27, 2026 at Proud Lake Rec Area in Commerce Township, Michigan

 

Trail

Winter Trail Fest (WTF) East Half Marathon & 5 Mile:  February 14, 2026 at Island Lake Rec Area in Brighton, Michigan

Winter Trail Fest (WTF) West Half Marathon & 5 Mile:  February 21, 2026 at Yankee Springs Rec Area in Middleville, Michigan

Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Morning & Evening Half Marathon & 10K:  April 11, 2026 at Proud Lake Rec Area in Commerce Township, Michigan

Summer Trail Fest Ultra (STFU) 50 Mile, 50K, Half Marathon, & 5 Mile:  June 13, 2026 Sleepy Hollow Rec Area in Laingsburg, Michigan

Moonlight Bootlegger 5k:  May 9, 2026 at Maybury State Park in Northville, Michigan

Wolverine State 100 100M, 100K, 100M Relay, & 50K:  October 10-11, 2026 from Petoskey to Alpena in Northern Michigan

 

Road

Thumb Coast Ultra & Relay 50M, 50K, & 50M Relay:  April 25, 2026 from Harbor Beach to Caseville in Michigan's Thumb

Rock CF Thumb Coast Marathon, Half Marathon, & 5K:  November 8, 2026 from Caseville to Port Austin in Michigan's Thumb

 

North Carolina

Road Mega Medal Series

Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K:  March 28, 2026 at Jaycee Park in Greensboro, North Carolina

Pig Pounder Brewery 5K:  April 12, 2026 at the Pig Pounder Brewery in Greensboro, North Carolina

Elm Street Run Festival:  May 9, 2026 at LeBauer Park in downtown Greensboro, North Carolina

Greensboro Distilling Speakeasy 5k:  June 13, 2026 at Greensboro Distilling Co. and SouthEnd Brewing in Greensboro, North Carolina

Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile:  November 21, 2026 starting at Battleground Ave in Greensboro, North Carolina

 

Trail Mega Medal Series

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Half Marathon & 5 Mile:  January 17, 2026 at Northeast Park in Gibsonville, North Carolina

Northern Trails 17 Mile, 10 Mile & 5 Mile:  March 7, 2026 at Northern Guilford High School in Greensboro, North Carolina

Owls Roost Rumble Half Marathon & 4 Mile:  April 25, 2026 at Bur-Mil Park in Greensboro, North Carolina

Triple Lakes Trail Race 40 Mile, Marathon, & Half Marathon: October 24, 2026 at Bur-Mil Park in Greensboro, North Carolina

Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Miler: November 27, 2026 at Snow Camp, North Carolina

 

Multisport Mega Medal Series

Belews Lake Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon: April 18, 2026 at Belews Lake Marina in Stokesdale, North Carolina

Cammack Sprint Triathlon:  June 20th, 2026 at Lake Cammack in Burlington, North Carolina

High Point Sprint Triathlon:  August 8, 2026 at Oak Hollow Marina in High Point, North Carolina

Belews Lake Olympic Triathlon & Duathlon:  September 12, 2026 at Belews Lake Marina in Stokesdale, North Carolina

Nat Greene's Revenge Triathlon & Duathlon: October 3, 2026 at Lake Brandt Marina in Greensboro, North Carolina

 

Multisport

Northeast Park Duathlon:  February 28, 2026 at Northeast Park in Gibsonville, North Carolina

 

Trail

Groundhog’s Lap Race: January 31, 2026 at Haw River State Park, North Carolina

Moonlight Bootlegger 5K:  May 2, 2026 at Hagan Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina

Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Morning & Evening Half Marathon & 10K:  September 12, 2026 at Hagan-Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina

Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra & Relay:  September 19, 2026 in Danbury, North Carolina

 

Road

Running of the Lights:  January 1st at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, North Carolina

Blackbeard's Revenge 100 Ultra & Relay 100M, 100K, & 100M Relay:  March 21-22, 2026 in the Outer Banks in Corolla, North Carolina

 

Pennsylvania

End of the Road Half Marathon & One Tunnel 4 Mile:  October 24-25, 2026 on the old Pennsylvania Turnpike in Waterfall, Pennsylvania

 

West Virginia

Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay 50M, 50K, & 50M Relay:  May 17, 2026 in New River Gorge National Park, running from Montgomery to Thurmond, West Virginia

We will have a bag check area at the start of both races. A bag to use for bag check will be provided to all athletes at check in. For security reasons, this is the only bag that will be allowed to be left at bag check. These bags will be taken to a midway point on the course at Aid Station 6 on Thor Road for the 50 Milers and at Aid Station 7 on Rock House Road for the 50K. We will then move them to the finish line. We will also provide a bag that will go straight to the finish line if you want to check extra layers or post-race snacks at the start line. You must have your bib number to claim your bag(s) at the finish.

 

Drop bag dimensions: 20”x24”x4”

 

All athletes may have pacers and crew. Please check out the rules associated with pacers and crew for this event. Athletes are responsible for their crew.  If the crew or pacer does not follow the rules the athlete will be penalized. 

• Each athlete is allowed one support vehicle, we do not want to overcrowd the course. This vehicle cannot be an RV or van larger than 12 passenger.
• While support vehicles are allowed to carry and supply gear at aid stations, they may not pace the athlete on any of the road sections of the course.
• No aid or pacing from moving vehicles or bicycles.
• Pacers are allowed from the beginning of the race on, but only one pacer is allowed at any given time.
• Pacers MUST wear a pacer bib while on the course and pre-sign the waiver (available at the link below).
• Much of the course has rules about parking, please adhere to them.
• Pacers, please be aware that the course fuel and food is for the athletes racing, while you are allowed to have some, please try to supply as much of your own as possible.
• If the athlete drops out of the race please follow proper procedure by checking in at the closest manned aid station and turning in their race bib number.

All pacers must register here by September 19 to receive a pacer bib. 

Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock offers a referral code program. This is a fun & easy way to get your friends to sign up to race with you, plus you get a little money back on your registration fee!

Referral incentives

• 50 Mile Participants: Refer 5 people who sign up to race and you get a $25 race registration refund
• 50K Participants: Refer 5 people who sign up to race and you get a $25 race registration refund

How does this work? Share your specific referral code link that you were given when you signed up to race. Once you get the above-mentioned people to register using your code, you will get your registration refund. Start sharing your link today!

You can also locate your personal referral link by clicking this link for instructions.

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*want to share your feedback from racing? Email our Marketing Director Melanie at mel@triviumracing.com 

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Whether you're into tent camping, car camping, or bringing a camper, we've got you covered for the Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultras weekend!

Stay close to the action, soak in the trail vibes, and make the most of your race experience:

 

RV Park/Camper for Rent
🚐 Heaven In The Hills Campground
📍1090 Winding Creek Way, Westfield, NC 27053
💵 Fee 
📱(336) 413-4412
💻 https://www.heaveninthehillscampground.com/ 

Tent/car camping
⛺️ Mountain Trail Stables
📍1630 Merridon Drive, Pinnacle, NC 27043
🚽 Fully functional bathrooms
💵 Donation-based
📱(336) 351-5654

 

RV Park
⛺️ Black Dog Acres RV Park
📍4192 NC-268, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041
💵 Fee
📱(336) 351-4444
💻 www.blackdogacresrvnc.com 

 

State Park Camping
🚐 Pilot Mountain State Park
📍1721 Pilot Knob Park Road, Pinnacle, NC 27043
💵 Fee 
📱1-(877) 722-6762
💻 https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/pilot-mountain-state-park/camping

 

State Park Camping
🚐 Hanging Rock State Park
📍1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC 27016
💵 Fee 
📱1-(877) 722-6762
💻 https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/hanging-rock-state-park/camping

Ironroot Distance (Formerly Team Wicked Bonkproof) training plans are $35.00 for individual plans (20 weeks training plan), $20 for relay plans (12 weeks training plan), and  $20 for pre-training blocks (8 weeks training plan). Coach Johnny, a three-time United States Olympic Trials Qualifier, and Coach Caleb, the founder of Ironroot Distance design these training plans. Coach Caleb has lived and trained in this area of North Carolina for 12+ years and brings great personal experience to these training plans. 

Purchase your PM2HR training plan directly through Ironroot Distance (Formerly Team Wicked Bonkproof).

Plans Include the Following

• Choice of Advanced Plan or Easy Plan
• Your training plan is uploaded to the online platform "TrainingPeaks" where you have the option to download workouts directly to compatible smartwatches.
• Option to upgrade to personalized monthly coaching for 30% off the first 3 months.
• Two virtual clinics with Coach Johnny and Coach Caleb leading into race day!
• Team strength and stretching routines

 

Virtual Clinic Schedule

• Virtual Clinic #1 | Thursday, May 7th at 7:00 PM EST |  Meet the coaches to learn more about the training plans and ask questions as you begin your Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock training. Race Director Priscilla will also join this clinic to answer your questions.
  • Stay tuned for clinic login details.
• Virtual Clinic #2 | Thursday, August 20th at 7:00 PM EST | This is about a month from race day! The coaches will answer any race preparation questions, and Race Director Becky will answer questions about race weekend. 
  • Stay tuned for clinic login details.

*Participants do not have to attend either/both virtual clinics to participate in PM2HR.

 

Training Plan Details

Each plan has our team strength, core, and stretching routines that are scheduled as a part of our training plan. We also share a "training tips" document that covers a lot of running tips and how to maximize the plan. Click this link to sign up for a training plan!

Individual | $35/plan

50k Easy Plan - 20 Weeks: This is intended for someone training to complete their first 50k. It's recommended that runners are able to run 10-12 miles at once before starting this program. Long runs will begin around 12 miles and build to 25-27 miles. There will be a couple of weeks that will feature 2 longer runs on back-to-back days. This plan will recommend 4 days of running per week (with the option for added mileage).

 

50k Advanced Plan - 20 Weeks: This is intended for someone experienced at marathons or ultramarathons who has a goal of training for a personal best (for the course or distance). Long runs will begin around 16 miles and build to 27-28 miles in a single session. There will be a number of weeks that will feature 2 longer runs on back-to-back days. Based on the course profile, emphasis will be placed on building speed on flatter terrain and the ability to handle longer climbs and descents. This plan will recommend 5-6 days of running per week.

 

50-Mile Easy Plan - 20 Weeks: This is intended for someone training to complete their first 50-miler. Due to the added length of the 50-mile distance, it is recommended that runners have completed a marathon previously before tackling this plan. In the absence of a marathon, runners should be comfortable with runs of 18-20 miles before tackling this plan. Long runs will begin around 15 miles and build to 30 miles in a single session There will be a number of weeks that will feature 2 longer runs on back-to-back days. This plan will recommend 5 days of running per week (with the option for added mileage).

 

50k Advanced Plan - 20 Weeks: This is intended for someone experienced at ultramarathons who has a goal of training for a personal best (for the course or distance). Long runs will begin around 20 miles and build to 31-32 miles in a single session. There will be a number of weeks that will feature 2 longer runs on back-to-back days as well as medium-long runs in the middle of most weeks. Based on the course profile, emphasis will be placed on building speed on flatter terrain and the ability to handle longer climbs and descents. This plan will recommend 6-7 days of running per week.

Note the individual plans are created for a 20-week training schedule. Should a participant purchase the training plan late, the participant will use the remaining weeks before the race as their training plan. 

Relay l | $20/plan

50-Mile Relay 4 Member Team Plan - 12 Weeks: This training plan is intended to prepare runners to tackle ~25% of the 50-mile relay. This plan will recommend 3-4 days of running per week and will build from long runs of 5-6 miles to long runs of 12-14 miles.

 

50-Mile Relay 2-3 Member Team Plan - 12 Weeks: This training plan is intended to prepare runners to tackle ~50% of the 50-mile relay. This plan will recommend 4-5 days of running per week and will build from long runs of 10-12 miles to long runs of 20-22 miles.

 

Pre-Training Blocks l | $20/plan

NEED HELP PREPARING FOR THE 20 WEEKS OF TRAINING FOR THE RACE? PRE-TRAINING BLOCK ALSO AVAILABLE (8 WEEKS IN LENGTH)

Worried about building up safely for the long runs at the beginning of your training plan? This 8-week training block is focused on a progression of long runs that will ensure you can seamlessly transition to the full 20-week plan when it begins. Pre-training blocks also include basic core routines and suggested daily/weekly mileage to prepare for the full training plan. Blocks are available to prepare for the 50k and 50-mile plans.

 

Due to parking restrictions at the 50k start line, only 50 mile relay teams (for the 50 Mile relay exchange) will be allowed to park in the parking lot at the 50k start line. 50k athletes may still get their own ride to the start line, but spectators will not be allowed to park, just drop and go.  

We will be offering a pre-race shuttle to athletes who need a ride to the either the 50 Mile or 50k start line on race day. Participants in either distance can park their car at the Stokes County Government Center and take the shuttle to their respective start line before the race. Shuttle tickets will be $20 and you may sign up following these instructions if you have already signed up for the race.

Shuttle Bus Schedule

• 3:40 AM – 3:55 AM: 50 mile bus load up at Stokes County Government Center
• 4:00 AM: 50 Mile bus departs
• 5:00 AM – 5:25 AM: 50K Early bus load up at Stokes County Government Center
• 5:30 AM: 50K Early bus departs
• 5:40 AM – 5:55 AM: 50K Late bus load up at Stokes County Government Center
• 6:00 AM: 50K Late bus departs

There will be no shuttles after the race going back to the start lines. 

A complimentary shuttle between the finish line and the Stokes County Government Center will be provided from 11:00am-8:30pm for athletes and spectators. 

2025 Preview Run Information. 

In 2025, our team is offering two Preview Runs presented by LOWA to help participants prepare for the Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultras & Relay.

LOWA will have demo shoes available at both Preview Runs to test their trail shoe line!

Details for the Preview Runs

• Dates: Saturday, July 19th & Sunday, August 17th
• Location: Mountain Trail Stables located at 1630 Merridon Drive, Pinnacle, North Carolina 27043
• Time: Arrive by 8:00 AM to be ready to run by 8:15 AM
• RSVP:
  • Click this LINK to RSVP for the Saturday, July 19th, Preview Run
  • Click this LINK to RSVP for the Sunday, August 17th, Preview Run
• No aid stations will be on the preview run. It is up to each participant to pack enough hydration & nutrition to complete the distance they choose.
• Preview runs WILL NOT be marked. The participant is responsible for reviewing the Strava maps and/or downloading the GPX files to their watch to understand the course they want to run.

 

PREVIOUS PREVIEW RUN ROUTES

Saturday, July 19th | Preview Routes

• 10 Mile | https://www.strava.com/routes/3266504432836407884
• 13 Mile | https://www.strava.com/routes/3266505009991479884 
• 20 Mile | https://www.strava.com/routes/3266503230843272284

Sunday, August 17th | Preview Routes

• 8 Miler |  https://www.strava.com/routes/3134193355108004416
• 10 Miler | https://www.strava.com/routes/3134195381722154560
• 15 Miler | https://www.strava.com/routes/3134194037269165248
• 20 Miler | https://www.strava.com/routes/3134195191524739648 

*Participants will also receive emails with Preview Run details

Key Locations:

• 50K Start –  Pilot Mountain State Park (1459 Pinnacle Hotel Rd, Pinnacle, NC) in the horse trailer parking lot on the corner of Culler Rd- NO PARKING will be allowed here. This lot will be for drop-off only!
• 50 Miler Start – Horse trailer parking lot at the beginning of  the Pilot Mountain Corridor Trail (607 Hauser Rd Pinnacle, NC)
• Finish - Both races will make their way along the Pilot Mountain, Sauratown, and Hanging Rock Trail systems finishing at the end of Indian Creek Trail at the Green Heron Ale House (1110 Flinchum Rd, Danbury, NC) 
• Finish Parking – NO PARKING at the finish line. Parking with a free shuttle will be available at the Danbury Government Center (1012 Main St, Danbury, NC). The shuttle will run every 10 minutes between 11:30am - 8:30pm on race day. Green Heron Ale House will have parking for handicap only, permit required.  

Important Times:

• 50 Mile Race Start: 6:00 AM
• 50 Kilometer Race Start: 7:45 AM
• Course Cutoff Aid Station #6: 1:25 PM
• Course Cutoff Aid Station #8: 4:45 PM 
• Course Cutoff Aid Station #10: 6:45 PM
• Course Cutoff: 8:00 PM 

Aid Stations:

• Please see the Aid Station Chart for locations of the various aid stations along the course. Most all have limited parking on-site, but a couple do not, so please check the parking details column before you head out there. Due to the limited parking, please do not park for more than 20 minutes at any one aid station so that others can get in as well. 
• You can use this google map to navigate to various locations along the course. But keep in mind that cell service is very limited in some areas of the course, so it might be a good idea to research routes before you get out there in case you lose signal! 
• Helpful Tip: There is limited cellphone signal on many portions of the course.  Download the race area on google maps for offline use so you always have access to direction. 

Parking:

• As mentioned above, parking may be limited or not allowed at certain points on the course. If you arrive to find a No Parking or Lot Full sign, please move along or try again later. 
• No cars are allowed in the Campground area (aid station #9).  Cars can park at the Visitors Center or Lake parking and walk over.  The event could be shutdown if this is not followed!
• Parking is NOT allowed on the grass or along the side of the road anywhere within the state parks, this includes Flinchum Rd at the finish line! You will be ticketed if you don’t adhere to this rule. 
• Follow specific parking restrictions listed in the aid station chart. 

RaceJoy:

• We are offering this awesome free tracking app for runners and their spectators! Make sure you download the RaceJoy app before race day and get your runner’s bib number (you can track more than one runner!). If your runner carries their phone during the race, you will be able to track them live on a map, receive progress alerts, and send encouragement via pre-recorded or custom text-to-audio messages! 

Other Things to Do:

• Both Pilot Mountain and Hanging Rock State Parks offer plenty of hikes for various levels and some spectacular views! Keep in mind that they get busy during the day, so getting in and out of the park may take a little time up and down winding roads. 
• Carolina Ziplines offers adventure for all ages and is only about 15 minutes from the finish line.
• For more local info and a great guide for the area around the finish line, download the Hanging Rock - Stokes County visitor's app!

• Both the 50K and the 50 Miler will be chip timed
• 50 Mile Awards: The top 3 men, women and non-binary overall, along with the top 3 men and women in each of the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over will receive awards.
• 50K Awards: The top 3 men, women and non-binary overall, along with the top 3 men and women in each of the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over will receive awards.
• The top 2 person, 3 person, and 4 person relay teams will receive awards.
• Awards not picked up on race day will be subject to a $10 shipping fee. Awards will only be mailed 2 weeks from the event date.
   

To complete your virtual race and receive your finisher medal and shirt, follow these steps:

1. Run your ultra race at a place and time of your choosing
2. Track your time with a watch or fitness app 
3. Report your time by clicking "Submit Virtual Results". Results can be submitted anytime between August 1st and September 19th

Shirts and finisher medals will be mailed out within 10 days after race day. Please double check that your mailing address is correct on your registration before race day! No packets will be available after October 3rd. 

Virtual participants are not eligible for awards. An extra charge will be applied for international shipping. 

Any changes to virtual on or after race day will be subject a shipping charge and availability of items.

PM2HR's Registration Includes:

• Custom Finisher Medal
• Custom PM2HR hoodie (size is not guaranteed within 2 weeks of race day. Shirt size availability is visible when registering)
• PM2HR Bumper Sticker
• Reusable Race Cup
• Finisher Towel
• Race photography
• Post race food and drinks

Virtual Registration

• Custom PM2HR hoodie
• PM2HR Bumper Sticker
• Finisher Towel
• Finisher Medal
  
  

2025 Custom Finisher Medal - Stay tuned for 2026 medals!

 

2025 Custom Hoodie - Stay tuned for 2026 hoodie design!

Hoodie features

• Gildan® Heavy Blend™
• 50% cotton / 50% polyester
• Sand color
• Double-lined hood with color-matched drawcord
• Pouch pocket

 

50K Start

Pilot Mountain State Park (1459 Pinnacle Hotel Rd, Pinnacle, NC) in the horse trailer parking lot on the corner of Culler Rd

50 Miler Start

Horse trailer parking lot at the end of  the Pilot Mountain Corridor Trail (607 Hauser Rd Pinnacle, NC)

Finish

Both races will make their way along the Pilot Mountain, Sauratown, and Hanging Rock Trail systems finishing at the end of Indian Creek Trail at the Green Heron Ale House (1110 Flinchum Rd, Danbury, NC)

Finish Line Parking

There is no parking at Green Heron Ale House. A free shuttle to the finish line will be available at the Danbury Government Center (1012 Main St, Danbury, NC) Handicap parking (with a permit) will be allowed at Green Heron Ale House.

Athletes can choose to drive themselves to the start line or they can park at the Danbury Government Center early in the morning and take one of our hired buses to the start line (this option is only available until the seats are full). The cost of a ride to the start line will be $20. There will not be a shuttle returning to the start lines after the race. 

Event Google Map

This google map includes links to all the aid stations, start lines, and finish line! Consider using the offline map option in google maps because there are a few areas around the course where cell phone signal is spotty.

Virtual Athlete Meetings:

We will schedule 2 Virtual Athlete Meetings in the week leading up to the event. You may choose to attend either option (they will be the same so you only need to attend one). Dates and times TBD.

 

Early Packet Pickup:  

• 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Friday, Sept.18th, Green Heron Ale House (1110 Flinchum Rd, Danbury, NC)

Race Day, Saturday, September 19th:

Packet Pickup at Respective Start Lines 

• 50 Mile Race: 5:00 - 5:45 AM
• 50k Race: 6:15 - 7:30 AM

Start Time 50 Miler:

• 6:00 AM

Start Time 50 K:

• 7:45 AM

Time Limits:

• There will be 3 cutoff points along the course.
  • Aid Station #6 | 1:25 PM | Mile 25.3 of 50M and 11.8 of 50K
  • Aid Station #8 | 3:30 PM | Mile 33.5 of 50M and 20.1 of 50K
  • Aid Station #10 | 6:45 PM | Mile 44 of 50M and 25.6 of 50K 
• Both race courses will close at 8:00 PM

50 Miler: Hoodie

50 K: Hoodie

50 Mile Relay: Hoodie

Virtual 50 Mile: Hoodie

Virtual 50K: Hoodie