Mountains-to-Sea Trail 50K Challenge

APR
12
2026
Run 12M and 50K on the scenic Mountains to Sea Trail around Falls Lake, starting and finishing at Blue Jay Point County Park. Winding single track, roots, rocks and water crossings create a technical but rewarding trail experience.
Sun 12 Apr 2026
50 kilometers 12 miles

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Mountains-to-Sea Trail 12M & 50K Challenge - Event

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail 12M & 50K Challenge takes place on April 12, 2026. This is the 17th annual running of the event. The race follows the Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) through the woods around Falls Lake in Raleigh, NC. The course is out-and-back on the MST and is located within Segment 10 between mile markers 59 and 74.

Distances

  • 12 miles
  • 50 kilometers

Logistics and course details

Both races start and finish at Blue Jay Point County Park. 50K participants park at Blue Jay Point County Park; 12M participants park at Barton’s Creek Boat Ramp and are shuttled to and from the race start. Shuttles run from 7:15-8:15am to the start and from 10:15am-12:15pm from the finish back to parking. The trail is mostly single-track and includes roots, rocks, quick turns, logs, and possible water crossings. Aid stations and crew access points are located at roughly three-mile intervals and provide water, Tailwind electrolyte drink, GU gels, snacks, and basic first aid. Drop bags are provided for 50K runners and left at the turn-around; 12M runners may leave a bag at the finish. Restrooms and porta-jons are available at the park and at the 50K turn-around at Falls Lake Dam. Time limits: 50K - 8 hours; 12M - 3.5 hours. Packet pickup is available the day before and on race morning. Awards include a finisher award for all finishers and podium awards for overall and masters categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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