Mountains-to-Sea Trail 13M & 50K Challenge
- Date Sun 11th April 2027
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $54.00 - $85.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for the 18th annual Mountains-to-Sea Trail 13M & 50K Challenge on Sunday, April 11, 2027, in the scenic town of Durham! This exhilarating trail race offers participants the chance to navigate beautiful spring single track trails along the stunning Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST), winding through the enchanting woods alongside the Eno River and heading toward Falls Lake. Runners can choose between two exciting distances: the challenging 50K, which is closer to 31 miles, and the 13-mile course that promises a thrilling outdoor adventure.
As you lace up your running shoes, expect a well-marked course with plentiful aid stations stocked with water and electrolyte drinks, ensuring you stay refreshed along the way. Every participant will receive a custom race shirt and a unique finisher's award, with additional accolades for the top three overall finishers and the top masters finishers in each race category. This year, the event will be a greener experience, encouraging runners to bring their own hydration devices as the race will be cup-less. Whether you’re an avid runner or just looking to soak in the spring scenery, the Mountains-to-Sea Trail Challenge promises an unforgettable day of community and outdoor spirit!
As you lace up your running shoes, expect a well-marked course with plentiful aid stations stocked with water and electrolyte drinks, ensuring you stay refreshed along the way. Every participant will receive a custom race shirt and a unique finisher's award, with additional accolades for the top three overall finishers and the top masters finishers in each race category. This year, the event will be a greener experience, encouraging runners to bring their own hydration devices as the race will be cup-less. Whether you’re an avid runner or just looking to soak in the spring scenery, the Mountains-to-Sea Trail Challenge promises an unforgettable day of community and outdoor spirit!
Organiser's Description
2027 REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON 12/1/26 AT 8AM EST!
Join us for some beautiful spring single track trail miles along the MST!
The 18th annual trail race will follow the beautiful Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) as it winds through the woods along the Eno River towards Falls Lake.
Not planning to run?
PLEASE SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzG01zoDwjwZtmxVmrQiJACrMGBGEfUQnIAOhQ8TQom3QfKg/viewform]! We need you! Thank you
**2027** Race will again be held at Riverside High School
MST 13 Miles [http://google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1ZMAwQpyteZnmSQYNFmloRa94Z6QoyEI]
MST 50+ KM [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/6/viewer?mid=1rSwim7q2vS3h4QFmH4wF5zQ--fSCclw&ll=36.0726839570963%2C-78.8694075&z=12] (Closer to 31 miles)
All participants will receive a custom race shirt, finisher's award, and plenty of refreshments at the finish line! You can expect that we will setup a well-marked course, well-stocked aid stations, accurate results, and a good time! We will do our best to make sure you enjoy your experience!
MST 13M & 50K WILL BE CUPLESS! In an effort to make this a greener event, we ask that participants carry their own hydration device on the course. Water and electrolyte drinks will be available at all aid stations and the finish area.
All participants will receive a custom finishers award, plus additional awards for the top 3 overall finishers (M&F) and the top overall masters finishers (M&F) in each race.
This is a trail race: very different than a road race. You will be exposed to many obstacles you would not normally see in a road race. The course is a single-track hiking trail, so there are roots, rocks, quick turns, logs, woodland critters, and possibly water to avoid. There are plenty of aid stations and volunteers on the course, but if its a hot day or if you think you need more fluids, we highly recommend carrying your own.
We ask that you do not run with your dog, run with an unregistered pacer, run with headphones (open ear such as Shokz are OK), run with a jog stroller, and, of course, do not litter on the trail.
This event is proudly presented by Bull City Running Co.
Join us for some beautiful spring single track trail miles along the MST!
The 18th annual trail race will follow the beautiful Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) as it winds through the woods along the Eno River towards Falls Lake.
Not planning to run?
PLEASE SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzG01zoDwjwZtmxVmrQiJACrMGBGEfUQnIAOhQ8TQom3QfKg/viewform]! We need you! Thank you
**2027** Race will again be held at Riverside High School
MST 13 Miles [http://google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1ZMAwQpyteZnmSQYNFmloRa94Z6QoyEI]
MST 50+ KM [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/6/viewer?mid=1rSwim7q2vS3h4QFmH4wF5zQ--fSCclw&ll=36.0726839570963%2C-78.8694075&z=12] (Closer to 31 miles)
All participants will receive a custom race shirt, finisher's award, and plenty of refreshments at the finish line! You can expect that we will setup a well-marked course, well-stocked aid stations, accurate results, and a good time! We will do our best to make sure you enjoy your experience!
MST 13M & 50K WILL BE CUPLESS! In an effort to make this a greener event, we ask that participants carry their own hydration device on the course. Water and electrolyte drinks will be available at all aid stations and the finish area.
All participants will receive a custom finishers award, plus additional awards for the top 3 overall finishers (M&F) and the top overall masters finishers (M&F) in each race.
This is a trail race: very different than a road race. You will be exposed to many obstacles you would not normally see in a road race. The course is a single-track hiking trail, so there are roots, rocks, quick turns, logs, woodland critters, and possibly water to avoid. There are plenty of aid stations and volunteers on the course, but if its a hot day or if you think you need more fluids, we highly recommend carrying your own.
We ask that you do not run with your dog, run with an unregistered pacer, run with headphones (open ear such as Shokz are OK), run with a jog stroller, and, of course, do not litter on the trail.
This event is proudly presented by Bull City Running Co.
Races
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13-Mile
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 11th April 2027 (8:30AM EDT)
$54.00
OPENS 01 DEC -
50+ Km
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 11th April 2027 (7:00AM EDT)
$85.80
OPENS 01 DEC
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Riverside High School, 3218 Rose of Sharon Rd, Durham, 27712, NC, United States
Mountains-to-Sea Trail 13M & 50K Challenge
