Haroc
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HAROC (Hanging Rock Challenge)
HAROC is a trail running event at Hanging Rock State Park in Danbury, NC on December 5, 2026. The event is organized by Tanawha Adventures and offers two main distances on mostly singletrack trails that include rocky and rooty sections, notable boulder fields, cliffs, and waterfalls.
Courses include measured trail and short pavement segments, substantial elevation gain, and staffed aid stations. A backup date of February 14 is listed in case of significant ice or snow. Registration closes on December 2 at 11:59 PM ET.
Distances
- 50K (30.6 miles, ~5,100 ft elevation gain, 4 aid stations, ~30 trail miles)
- 25K (15.8 miles, ~2,800 ft elevation gain, 2 aid stations, ~15 trail miles)
Time limits are specified for each distance and the courses combine climbing, descending, and relatively level trail sections. The route data notes only about 0.7 miles of pavement on each course. Information provided includes aid station counts and total elevation gain for planning purposes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
