See the 2025 event

This event is an annual classic. Now in its 14th year, it always sells out before registration closes. From the beginner to the experienced runner, this is one event that everyone should do at least once. Participants get to enjoy first hand the world class Tsali Trail System, nestled in the majestic Nantahala National Forest mountains of Western North Carolina. Tsali features some of the best well-groomed and breathtaking trails in the world stretching alongside scenic Fontana Lake.


With expansive views of Fontana Lake and the Great Smoky Mountains, every participant will come away with lasting memories of the beauty that this course presents at every turn. Rolling trails, good footing, aid station support, great volunteers, and enjoying the experience with other runners makes for a fun day out on these trails!

SPONSORS

IRON HORSE MOTORCYCLE LODGE

Packet Pickup / Meal / Post Race Festivities will be at the Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge.

All events take place January 18, 2025 (weather delay date January 25, 2025).


Packet Pickup Will Start in Boat Parking Lot at 6:30 AM. (Sunrise is at 7:43 AM)

START TIMES:There are NO early starts.

50K – 8 AM
30K– 9 AM
8K – 9:30 AM
(all times EST)

Cut-offs
8K – ALL runners have 7 hours to complete the race
30K – ALL runners have 8 hours to complete the race
50K – ALL runners must be through the final staffed Aid Station (mile 23~) by 3:00 PM.
Finish line cut-off is 5:30 PM (Sunset is at 5:44 PM). So 9.5 hours to complete the race.

Unique custom finishers award

Top 3 Male & Female in Awards for Each Event

Overall Male & Female Master Awards in Each Event

Overall Male & Female Grand Master Awards in Each Event

Hooded Pullover Sweatshirt

Finishers hot food and other yummies!

See the event website for aid station/drop bag details.

THIS IS A CUPLESS RACE!

Other than for hot liquids/sodas, you will need to supply your own cup/drinking container!

Event's current local time: 5:35 AM ET