Beast Of The East 100

Beast of the East 100

Beast of the East is a trail event at Crowders Mountain near Kings Mountain, NC on December 12, 2026. The event offers multiple distances that use the Crowders Ridge Start/Finish Line and a network of park trails including Tower Trail, Rocktop Trail, Crowders Trail, Pinnacle Trail, Turnback Trail, Fern Trail and Ridgeline Trail.

Distances available:

• 100 Miler
• 100K
• 50 Miler
• Marathon
• Half Marathon

Course descriptions note 2025 route updates. The 100 miler repeats a defined loop three times with a shortened fourth circuit for about 101 miles. The 100K and 50 miler use the same loop with fewer laps; published totals are 67.35 miles for the 100K and 53.79 miles for the 50 miler. Marathon and half marathon follow the same trail sequence with shorter turns back to the finish.

Elevation gain by distance is provided: Half Marathon 2,326 ft, Marathon 4,766 ft, 50 Miler 9,538 ft, 100K 11,862 ft, 100 Miler 17,925 ft. Four aid stations are on course: Crowders Ridge, Wolf Base, the 161 Aid Station and Boulders Access. Aid stations list basic food items and hot options plus drinks including Tailwind, water and several sodas.

Trekking poles are allowed. Pacers are permitted for the 100K and 100 Miler after 50 miles. Time limits apply by distance with no time limit for the half marathon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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