The Bracken
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The Bracken
The Bracken is a trail race in Brevard, NC, organized by Dirty Wolf Ultras and held on November 21, 2026. The event offers multiple course distances on a looped trail system that runs from a stated location at 186 Pinnacle Rd.
Distances:
- 50K: 4 loops, total gain 5,693
- 25K: 2 loops, total gain 2,853
- 7.5 Miles: 1 loop, total gain 1,434
The course uses technical single-track with rooty sections and creek crossings. Runners will encounter fern-lined trails, ridgelines, and viewpoints described as offering visible vistas along the route. Aid stations are placed approximately every 7.5 miles; participants should plan for stretches between stations.
Entry availability is shown as multiple offers with a price range from USD 43.50 to USD 98.12 and registration closes on Tue, Nov 10, 2026. The organizer is listed as Dirty Wolf Ultras. The race is described as requiring navigation of repeated loops for the longer distances, with cumulative elevation gain increasing by loop. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
