Rattlerock Ultra
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Rattlerock Ultra - Morgantown, WV
Rattlerock Ultra is an off-road event held in Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown and Bruceton Mills. The race offers two distances on rocky, technical trails and is organized by Death to Tyrants Trail Running. The 50k accumulates almost 6,000 feet of elevation gain and uses a looped course.
Distances:
- 50k
- 25k
The course uses a roughly 7.9+ mile loop repeated four times for the 50k and twice for the 25k. Trail features include very rocky and technical sections in the opening mile, boulders and winding climbs, a tunnel of rhododendron, stream crossings with wooden bridges, steep and gradual climbs, meadows, a reservoir, rooty wide trail sections, and sections between high rock faces.
Logistics and support are provided on course. The 50k has eight aid stations and the 25k has four. Drop bags are available and will be seen four times on the loop. Course markings are checked before the event to reduce the chance of getting lost. The event enforces a 9.5 hour cutoff.
Additional details: parking is free, crews may be at the start/finish area, camping reservations are available inside Coopers Rock State Park, and nearby hotels serve the area. Awards include running hats for the top three male and top three female finishers. Post-race food includes pizza. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
