“Each atom of that stone, each mineral flake of that night-filled mountain, in itself, forms a world. The struggle itself toward the heights is enough to fill a man’s heart.”—A. Camus-The Myth of Sisyphus
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.” 2024 HM100 finisher
This is one of the hardest 100 mile ultras in the US.
When: October 23-24
100 Miler 10:00 AM Friday 23rd Haw Creek to Shores Lake.
We will be using MAProgress for live satellite GPS map tracking of each runner and Ultrasignup for live aid station in/out times all via Starlink satellite systems on course at aid stations.**
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, with that said and while you are allowed a pacer starting at mile ~17, please make sure you are comfortable with:
-being self sufficient
-no extra marking beyond white and blue trail blazes and wooden trail signs and lights
-navigation using your GPX file if necessary
-carrying a little extra gear for your safety.
-sometimes long distances (4-12 miles) between major aid stations (there are 13)
A satellite GPS tracking device and the course GPX downloaded is a requirement. The course can be downoaded on satellite device or phone with app such as GAIA. We also encourage you to import the course into your watch to make use of waypoints (GPS confidence markers). 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 run that incorporates 2 scenic spur loops along the Ozark Highlands Trail. It is located in the Northwestern part of Arkansas across the Boston Mountains 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.
There are several creek crossings, incredible fall colors, amazing wildlife, waterfalls, bluffs and beautiful sandstone outcrops.
The RD grew up on this trail. It means a lot to her 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 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.
25k, 50k, 50 mile
The 25k a loop starting and finishing at Shores Lake. It has close to 3500' of elevation gain. Runners will leave Shores Lake on West Shores Lake/White Rock loop, go to the top of White Rock, run the Rim Trail CW, back to the main trail and towards, but not all the way to, Salt Fork Creek. Runners will take a right onto the East Shores Lake/White Rock loop before the creek, to run back to Shores Lake.
Start time is 9am, cutoff is 3pm. This is not an easy 25k
The 50k is an out and back from Shores Lake with 7200+ feet of elevation gain and about the same loss. Start time is 9am. Cutoff is 10 hours. This is an extremely challenging race.
The 50 mile is an out and back starting at Shores Lake with 12,000' of elevation gain and about the same loss. Start time is 6am. Cutoff is 16 hours.
100k
We are considering adding back the 100k. Updates will be here. If you are interested in this distance, let us know. It would be out and back with with 15,300' of elevation gain.
Arkansas Slam
There are four 100 mile races in Arkansas. Two runners finished all 4 in 2024-2025 with 410 miles and over 70,000 feet of elevation gain. Do you have what it takes to tackle this test of endurance?
February-Run LOViT 100
October (early)-Arkansas Traveller 100
Ocotber (late)-Hare Mountain 100
December- Spirit of Syllamo 100
Pricing
The 100 is $315 + ultrasignup fees.
After August 31st:
The 100 is $330 + ultrasignup fees.
Tracking device rental from MAProgress (if you do not have your own/cannot borrow one) is $45 directly through MAProgress.
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.**
Black Bear 220
We're expecting to start the Black Bear 220 in 2027. It will be point-to-point on the National Scenic Highlands Trail.
It will include the Hare Mountain 100 section as well as sections to the east and west of that course. The 220 will have 41,500' of gain and 42,000' of loss.
Please see main website for maps
https://www.haremountain100.com/
Maps are being updated.
Where To Stay
-Everything is easier for you with a crew. You can camp at the start if you have a crew or some prearranged way of getting back to your car. You cannot leave a car there otherwise. The race is providing transportation to the start from Redding Campground and from finish to Redding for your car. We are not providing transportation back to start at Haw Creek after you have finished. So, keep that in mind when deciding where to stay.
-There are hotels in Clarksville (on I-40) about 30 minutes south of the start
-There are rentals in the area near start
-Ozone campground is at mile 17
-Redding campground is at mile 62. This is our hub for shuttles. Runners without crew will park here and get taken to the start race morning (Friday). They will need to be there at 3:00-3:15am.
Runners who finish at Shores Lake will be taken back to Redding. It's a good spot to camp the night before if you do not have crew. Ozark is about 30 minutes south of Redding on highway 23 and has hotels. Turner Bend and Byrd's also have cabins and campgrounds near Redding. Turner Bend is on highway 23 and Byrd's is on highway 215 (same highway Redding and Indian Creek aid stations are on). There's also a lot of free dispersed camping in the area on forest service land.
-The finish is at Shores Lake Recreation Area in a campground. You can camp at the finish. Nearby is White Rock with a campground and cabins. There are hotels along interstate I-40 in Alma, Van Buren, Fort Smith (also suggested airport to use).
Sponsors and Partners
US Forest Service
Ozark Highands Trail Association
Trail Sisters
Tailwind Nutrition
Athletic Brewing Company
GU Energy
Squirrel's Nut Butter
Adventure Subaru
Pack Rat Outdoor Center
Aaron Mayo/NEXA Mortgage
Stoolville/Mark McGhee
OHT Shuttle
Yellow Fellow Printing
Results
Our 100 mile finish rate in under 38 hours is well below 50%.
2023-0% under 38, 1 finisher out of 9
2024-43% under 38 hours
2025-36% under 38 hours-
2023 was our first beta year We had 17 total (all distances) sign up and 9 show up to the start. One finished the 100 with no set cutoff. A few others got credit for distance they covered.
2024 was our second beta year. We had 33 total sign up and 30 show up to start. 12/16 100 milers finished with no set cutoff. Seven made it under 38 hours. Everyone else got credit for distance covered.
2025 was our 3rd year with aid cutoffs and a final cutoff of 38 hours. We had 40 total sign up and 22 make it to the start. It was predicted to flood a few days before the race. It did not, fortunately, but it did affect turnout. It was a very rainy race, however.
7/11 got an official 100 mile finish, 4 made it under 38 hours. The 3 that finished beyond 38 hours--the RD did not have the heart to deny them a buckle after making all of the previous cutoffs, in cold, non-stop rain, for nearly 2 days.
Our distances are UTMB Index races.
We understand that some runners want to run in the HOKA UTMB races. We are simply offering them an option for qualifying and points.
Event's current local time: 2:15 PM CT
