BIRR Hilo to Volcano 50K Run/Walk/Relay
- Date Sat 4th January 2025
- Location Hilo, Hawaii
- Price $38.96 - $54.98
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the annual Hilo to Volcano 50K Run/Walk/Relay on Saturday, January 4, 2025! This exciting event takes place in the stunning surroundings of Hilo, Hawaii, and features a challenging 31-mile course that gains approximately 4,000 feet in elevation. Participants can choose to tackle the course solo or join a relay team, with solo runners starting at 6:00 AM and relay teams kicking off at 6:15 AM from the Underground Parking Lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel.
The race runs along the scenic Hwy 11 and concludes at the picturesque Cooper Center in Volcano. With no aid stations along the route, runners are encouraged to bring their own hydration and nutrition to stay energized. Participants can look forward to a light lunch, snacks, drinks, and medals at the finish line, along with exciting prizes for top finishers in various categories. Whether you're a seasoned ultra runner or a first-time participant, the Hilo to Volcano 50K promises a fun and rewarding experience amid Hawaii's breathtaking landscapes!
The race runs along the scenic Hwy 11 and concludes at the picturesque Cooper Center in Volcano. With no aid stations along the route, runners are encouraged to bring their own hydration and nutrition to stay energized. Participants can look forward to a light lunch, snacks, drinks, and medals at the finish line, along with exciting prizes for top finishers in various categories. Whether you're a seasoned ultra runner or a first-time participant, the Hilo to Volcano 50K promises a fun and rewarding experience amid Hawaii's breathtaking landscapes!
Organiser's Description
THE ANNUAL HILO TO VOLCANO 50K RUN/WALK/RELAY IS ON SATURDAY JANUARY 4, 2025.
HILO TO VOLCANO 50K ULTRA AND TEAM RELAY IS A CHALLENGING 31 MILE RUN GAINING APPROXIMATELY 4000 FEET IN ELEVATION. IT IS CHALLENGING, AN EXCELLENT ACCOMPLISHMENTAND SUPER FUN AS A RELAY
THE START WILL BE AT THE UNDERGROUND PARKING LOT OF THE HILO HAWAIIAN HOTEL ON BANYAN DRIVE, HILO (SAME AS LAST YEAR).
SOLO RUNNERS: START IS AT 6:00 AM.
RELAY TEAM RUNNERS: START IS AT 6:15 AM.
This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment. A light lunch, snacks, drinks and medals at the end.
_PRIZES FOR SOLO RUNNERS:_ Top 3 Female and Male runners overall, Top 2 Female and Male runners in each 10 year age group.
_PRIZES FOR RELAY TEAMS WITH NO MORE THAN 3 RUNNERS: _Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed relay teams up to 40 years, Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed Masters relay teams over 40 years (all members must be over 40 years old).
_PRIZES FOR FAMILY AND STUDENT RELAY TEAMS (NO LIMIT ON TEAM SIZE):_ Top 2 Family relay teams (must be from same family), Top 2 Student relay teams (must all be high school students or younger).
RACE ENDS AT 1PM.
_PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AT THE HILO HAWAIIAN DAY BEFORE, JANUARY 3RD, 2025 BETWEEN 3-5:30PM RACE AND RACE MORNING BETWEEN 5:30-6AM. SORRY NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION._
HILO TO VOLCANO 50K ULTRA AND TEAM RELAY IS A CHALLENGING 31 MILE RUN GAINING APPROXIMATELY 4000 FEET IN ELEVATION. IT IS CHALLENGING, AN EXCELLENT ACCOMPLISHMENTAND SUPER FUN AS A RELAY
THE START WILL BE AT THE UNDERGROUND PARKING LOT OF THE HILO HAWAIIAN HOTEL ON BANYAN DRIVE, HILO (SAME AS LAST YEAR).
SOLO RUNNERS: START IS AT 6:00 AM.
RELAY TEAM RUNNERS: START IS AT 6:15 AM.
This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment. A light lunch, snacks, drinks and medals at the end.
_PRIZES FOR SOLO RUNNERS:_ Top 3 Female and Male runners overall, Top 2 Female and Male runners in each 10 year age group.
_PRIZES FOR RELAY TEAMS WITH NO MORE THAN 3 RUNNERS: _Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed relay teams up to 40 years, Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed Masters relay teams over 40 years (all members must be over 40 years old).
_PRIZES FOR FAMILY AND STUDENT RELAY TEAMS (NO LIMIT ON TEAM SIZE):_ Top 2 Family relay teams (must be from same family), Top 2 Student relay teams (must all be high school students or younger).
RACE ENDS AT 1PM.
_PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AT THE HILO HAWAIIAN DAY BEFORE, JANUARY 3RD, 2025 BETWEEN 3-5:30PM RACE AND RACE MORNING BETWEEN 5:30-6AM. SORRY NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION._
Races
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50K Solo (Live)
Incl. $4.98 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 4th January 2025 (6:00AM EST)
$54.98
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:15 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment -
50K Relay (Live)
Incl. $4.98 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 4th January 2025 (6:15AM EST)
$54.98
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:15 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment -
50K Relay Family (Live)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 4th January 2025 (6:15AM EST)
$38.96
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:15 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment -
50K Relay Student (Live)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 4th January 2025 (6:15AM EST)
$38.96
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:15 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment
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