The 100 mile

“Thank you for putting on the race that tested my mental and physical ability more than any other thing on Earth. Also, the belt buckle is the prettiest, coolest buckle I have earned so far.”

The Hare Mountain 100 is a point-to-point, graduate level run through some of the most isolated, rugged terrain in Arkansas. It is extremely difficult. Big climbs and relentless smaller, steep climbs in between.
The Ozark Highlands Trail is hiked by thousands of people every year. While very remote, it is not a primitive, unmarked trail by any means. It is a National Scenic Trail maintained by volunteer members of the Ozark Highlands Trail Association.
But, please do not sign up if you are not comfortable with:
-being self sufficient
-limited extra marking beyond trail blazes and wooden trail signs
-navigation
-carrying a little extra gear for your safety.
-long distances between major aid stations
A GPS tracking device with the course GPX downloaded is a requirement. It will be checked during check-in to make sure you have it. While the trail is marked very well with white blazes for the main trail and blue blazes for the spurs, turns can be missed. Sometimes trees fall where the trail turns. Sometimes the tree with the blaze falls. Sometimes leaves cover the trail. Sometimes it's foggy. It's the wilderness. It's a raw and incredible experience. Be confident you can stay/get back on course.
This is a 100 mile adventure run that incorporates 2 scenic spur loops along the Ozark Highlands Trail. It is located in the Northwestern part of Arkansas across the Boston Mountain segment.
Hare Mountain is the highest point on the OHT at ~2400 feet. This segment covers 164 miles of rocky, steep and rugged hardwood, cedar and pine forests. I'm utilizing 100 miles of the most difficult sections.
We have a lot of cool animals that live here as well. To name a few: deer, coyotes, black bears, bobcats, raccoons, owls, skunks, elk, wild hogs, armadillos and possums. You might see or hear some of them scurrying about.
There are several creek crossings, incredible fall colors, waterfalls, bluffs and beautiful sandstone outcrops.
I grew up on this trail. It means a lot to me to bring such a wild and challenging experience to runners.
Measurements taken by GPS and topographic mapping have put elevation gain between 20,000-24,400 feet. It depends on the device/app. Runners will have 38 hours to complete the 100 mile run.
Questions contact: haremountain100@gmail.com
Website: https://www.haremountain100.com/
Part of the proceeds of the race will go to local animal shelters, a fund to help pay for after hours emergency veterinary care and the OHTA.
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/216147591049546/
https://www.instagram.com/haremountain100
https://ozarkhighlandstrail.com/trail/
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/osfnf/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=43467&actid=50#:~:text=The%20Ozark%20Highlands%20Trail%20(OHT,into%20the%20Sylamore%20Ranger%20District.

The 50 mile

The 50 mile is really hard as well but I strongly encourage it if you have not finished a trail 100 before.
It covers the second, more difficult half, of the 100 course. Elevation gain is between 10,000 and 12,000 feet depending on device/app.
It starts at 5am Saturday October 25th at Indian Creek TH on HWY 215.

Leave No Trace Comittment

While moving forward we are not marking the course at all with anything beyond the white and blue blazes and wooden trail signs, we are offering 2-3 free slots to runners who want to sweep the course picking up any possible trash dropped by a runner. These 2-3 runners will have to stay together, have their own GPS tracking device (or rent) and cover the entire course. They will get credit for the 100 as our official DFL's and receive a buckle. Interested parties must email us and get a code.
We have a strong commitment to leaving the trail clean. We were a minimal marking race to start with. But we're taking it a step further. LNT.

Hare Mountain 200

Next year, 2025, if it all comes together, we're expecting to start the Hare Mountain 200 the day before the 100 start. More details soon.

Pricing

The 100 is $315 + ultrasignup fees.
The 50 is $160 + ultrasignup fees.
After September 30th:
The 100 is $350 + ultrasignup fees.
The 50 is $195 + ultrasignup fees.
Tracking device rental from MAProgress (if you do not have your own/cannot borrow one) is $39 + ultrasignup fees.
Shuttle to start for those without crew is $20 + ultrasignup fees.
It's obviously cheaper to have your own device and crew.
What's included:
-An incredible point-to-point course on singletrack
-well stocked aid stations
-tracking software
-long sleeve tech shirt
-part of shuttle fees covered
-beautiful, high quaity buckles and medals for finishers
-wooden awards hand made by RD 3 deep each category
-Sponsor swag-handmade cedar stools for winners, gift certificates for winners, swag for each runner, and more.
**There are 4 discounted slots in each distance reserved for low income runners. If you feel like this applies to you, email us.**

Please see main website for maps

https://www.haremountain100.com/

Sponsors and Partners

US Forest Service
Ozark Highands Trail Association
Trail Sisters
Tailwind Nutrition
Athletic Brewing Company
Rabbit Clothing
Squirrel's Nut Butter
Adventure Subaru
Pack Rat Outdoor Center
Aaron Mayo/NEXA Mortgage
Stoolville/Mark McGhee
OHT Shuttle
Dedicated Vicual Arts Studio

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