Leatherwood Marathon
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Leatherwood Marathons
Leatherwood Marathons take place April 3, 2027 in Ferguson, NC and are organized by Dirty Wolf Racing. The events use private trails in the Leatherwood Mountains and include multiple ultramarathon distances with reported elevation gain for each course. Registration closes March 30, 2027.
Distances and reported totals:
- 100 Miles: 106.97 miles, elevation gain 25,145 ft
- 100K: 64.15 miles, elevation gain 15,095 ft
- 50 Miler: 53.15 miles, elevation gain 11,944 ft
- 50K: 32.1 miles, elevation gain 6,989 ft
- 25K: 16.35 miles, elevation gain 3,235 ft
The trails are marked with orange ribbons and yellow arrows. Aid stations are stocked with water, Tailwind, soda, candy, bacon, fruit, pickles, salt, and basic first aid. The 100-mile event has a 36 hour cutoff.
Finishers receive a handmade pottery medal and all entrants receive race swag. Results are posted on UltraSignup and event photos are released approximately one week after the event.
Event rules include no dogs, no strollers, no unregistered runners, and no refunds; deferments are available by request before the event. Local accommodations mentioned include Leatherwood Mountains Cabins and a creekside campground offering tent and RV sites with electrical hookups and barn shower and bathroom facilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
