Uwharrie Mountain Run
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Uwharrie Mountain Run
The Uwharrie Mountain Run offers winter single-track trail races of 8 miles, 20 miles, and 40 miles on the Uwharrie Trail in the Uwharrie National Forest. The course includes rocky and root-strewn trail, creek crossings, and hilly terrain, with the start at the Jumping Off Rock trailhead on Flint Hill Road, two miles east of Ophir, North Carolina.
Race logistics specify parking and shuttle arrangements: 40-mile participants park at the Jumping Off Rock trailhead shoulder in designated areas; 8-mile and 20-mile participants park at the Eldorado Outpost and are transported to and from the start by shuttle. Packet pick-up is available before race day at the Hampton Inn Asheboro and on race day at the start line for 40-mile entrants and at the Eldorado Outpost for 8- and 20-mile entrants.
The event is cupless; participants must carry a personal hydration device that can be refilled at aid stations. Official drop bags are provided and returned at specified locations; bib numbers must be displayed on drop bags.
Aid stations are positioned at multiple mile markers and provide water, Tailwind, soda, GU gels, fruit, snacks, and hot soup or drinks at finish areas. Basic first aid is available at aid stations and EMTs and radio operators are stationed at key points. All finishers receive handmade pottery awards; top finishers receive commemorative pottery and shoe certificates from a sponsor. Volunteers are requested and are offered priority entry for the following year. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
