Pisgah 12 Hour Adventure Race 2026

  • Date Sat 19th September 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Nebo, North Carolina
  • Price $160.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Ultra

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor challenge at the Pisgah 12 Hour Adventure Race on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the stunning Lake James State Park, located at the edge of the Linville Gorge area in Nebo, Burke County, North Carolina. This exciting event marks the 7th year of racing at this beautiful state park, promising participants an unforgettable experience filled with adventure and camaraderie.

Teams of 1 to 4 will navigate a thrilling course that features a mix of bushwhacking orienteering, single-track mountain biking, and scenic paddling. The objective is clear: gather as many punches from unmanned checkpoint flags scattered throughout the woods, all within the 12-hour time limit. With a blend of diverse terrains and challenges, this race caters to adventurers of all skill levels. Bring your lights and gear up for a day of fun in the great outdoors as you compete for points and the glory of victory! Don’t miss out on this ultimate test of teamwork and endurance!

Organiser's Description

THIS 12 HOUR EVENT IS AT LAKE JAMES STATE PARK LOCATED AT THE EDGE OF THE LINVILLE GORGE AREA OF NORTH CAROLINA.

THIS WILL BE THE LAST RACE IN OUR SERIES.

THIS WILL BE OUR 7TH YEAR AT THE STATE PARK, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO OFFERING ANOTHER GREAT TIME IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS. AS WITH ALL OUR RACES, WE LIKE TO OFFER RACERS A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING. THIS RACE WILL BE NO DIFFERENT: A BUSHWHACKING O-COURSE, SINGLE TRACK AND SOME ROAD MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDING, AND SOME SCENIC PADDLING.

TEAMS OF 1-4 WILL TRAVEL TOGETHER ALONG THE COURSE. THE OBJECTIVE OF THE RACE IS TO GATHER A PUNCH FROM AS MANY CHECK POINTS (UNMANNED FLAGS IN THE WOODS) WITHIN THE ALLOTTED TIME. THE TEAM WITH THE MOST POINTS IN THE LEAST AMOUNT OF TIME WINS.



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Races

  • Solo

    Incl. $10.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $160.00

  • 2 Person (Price Per Racer)

    Incl. $10.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $160.00

  • 3 Person (Price Per Racer)

    Incl. $10.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $160.00

  • 4 Person (Price Per Racer)

    Incl. $10.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $160.00

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Location

7321 NC-126 (Paddy Creek Area) NEW VISITOR CENTER, Nebo, 28761, NC, United States

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