Mount Cheaha 50K
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Mount Cheaha 50K - Delta, Alabama
The Mount Cheaha 50K is a point-to-point trail ultramarathon organized by Pinhoti Trail Races that finishes in Cheaha State Park at the summit of Cheaha Mountain (2,407 feet). The course follows the Pinhoti Trail, Skyway Trail and Silent Trail through the Talladega National Forest, with about 80% of the route on single-track trails. Runners pass scenic overlooks, creek crossings, lakes, waterfalls, and hardwood and pine forests.
The event lists a 9 hour 30 minute time limit. There are six aid stations located at Chandler Springs (3.3 miles, water only), Clairmont (8.5 miles), Adams Gap (14.8 miles), Hubbard Creek (18.8 miles), Silent Trail (25.8 miles), and Cheaha Lake (28.5 miles, water only); the course distance is listed to the finish at 31.6 miles. Results are posted on UltraSignup and awards include top three overall male and female, first male and female master, first male and female grand master, and a finisher medal for all finishers.
Packet pickup is available the day before at Coldwater Mountain Brewpub in Anniston and on race morning at Porters Gap Trailhead. Crew passes for Cheaha State Park must be purchased in advance and paid in cash; fees and age categories are listed by the organizer. Bus transportation is available for a fee and parking at the start is limited. The organizer states the race has not been canceled for weather in prior years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
