Tsali Ultra
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Tsali Ultra
Tsali Ultra is a trail running event in Bryson City, North Carolina, held on January 16, 2027 at the Tsali Recreation Area on Tsali Road. The event offers multiple trail distances and is classified as a Mountain, Ultra, Trail (MUT) event.
Distances
- 8K: 4.34 miles
- 30K: 16.81 miles
- 50K: 30.1 miles
Course and cutoffs: each distance has a maximum allowed time to finish: the 8K allows 7 hours, the 30K allows 8 hours, and the 50K allows 9.5 hours. Cut-off times are enforced for the safety of runners and volunteers. The 30K and 50K courses include small stream crossings; wet feet are possible depending on recent rain. Runners who go off course must retrace their route; course cutting can lead to disqualification.
Aid stations and support: aid stations provide items such as PB&J, fruit, gels, snacks, hot broth or chocolate sometimes, water, soda, and sport drink. The race is cupless for most drinks, so runners should bring a personal drinking container. Personal support crews cannot access most aid stations; crew access is limited to one specific aid station for 50K runners. Personal tables and canopies are not permitted near the course.
Logistics and policies: parking is very limited. Pets are not allowed at the event. Drop bags are available for 50K runners with size and labeling restrictions and must be left at packet pickup and retrieved at the finish or aid station as specified. If the event is postponed for weather, the advertised make-up date is January 30, 2027; no refunds will be issued if a runner cannot attend the make-up date. Registration windows and fees are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
