The Tardevil 30 Mile Bushwhack

MAR
7
2026
Take on the TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwack, a gritty point to point training run between UNC and Duke that alternates direction each year. This unofficial fat ass outing offers a challenging, social endurance adventure for bold runners.
Sat 7 Mar 2026
30 miles

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Event

The TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwack is an annual point-to-point training run held in Chapel Hill, NC. The listed distance is 30 miles. The event is described as a fat-ass fun run and is not affiliated with any organization. Registration is open through the event page, and participants join at their own risk.

Route and format

The run alternates direction by year. In even years the route runs from the Old Well at UNC-Chapel Hill to Duke Chapel. In odd years the route runs from Duke Chapel to the Old Well at UNC. The event is intended as a point-to-point training outing rather than a formally sanctioned race.

Safety and liability

The event description states that all liability is assumed by participants. The course includes many challenging sections and organizers warn that risks can be significant, including but not limited to permanent injury, drowning, or death. Participants are expected to accept those risks before taking part. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.