Uwharrie Mountain Run
- Date Sat 7th February 2026
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Ophir, North Carolina
- Price $64.60 - $107.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 35th annual Uwharrie Mountain Run on Saturday, February 7, 2026! Nestled in the stunning Uwharrie National Forest in Troy, Montgomery, North Carolina, this event promises a thrilling challenge for trail enthusiasts with race distances of 8, 20, and 40 miles. Participants will navigate through the beautiful winter landscape, encountering rocks, roots, and creeks along the way.
The Uwharrie Mountain Run is not just about the race; it’s a celebration of community and the great outdoors. With handmade pottery awards crafted by local artist Michael Mahan, every finisher takes home a unique piece of art as a memento of their achievement. Plus, enjoy a range of amenities including long sleeve race t-shirts, well-stocked aid stations, and delicious food and refreshments at the finish line. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, join us for a chilly, hilly, and unforgettable adventure! If you're not running this year, consider volunteering—it's a great way to be part of the action and earn early entry into next year's event!
The Uwharrie Mountain Run is not just about the race; it’s a celebration of community and the great outdoors. With handmade pottery awards crafted by local artist Michael Mahan, every finisher takes home a unique piece of art as a memento of their achievement. Plus, enjoy a range of amenities including long sleeve race t-shirts, well-stocked aid stations, and delicious food and refreshments at the finish line. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, join us for a chilly, hilly, and unforgettable adventure! If you're not running this year, consider volunteering—it's a great way to be part of the action and earn early entry into next year's event!
Organiser's Description
The 35th annual UWHARRIE MOUNTAIN RUN [http://www.uwharriemountainrun.com] offers challenging, winter, single-track trail runs of 8, 20, and 40 miles in central North Carolinas Uwharrie National Forest. Rocks, roots, creeks, cookies, and handmade pottery awards make Uwharrie a perennial favorite among both recreational and elite trail runners.
Join us February 7, 2026 for a chilly, hilly good time!
NOT RUNNING THIS YEAR?
Please sign up to volunteer! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJ-zrMTxMHPluviSCp_pnNmxCY7yxbNr-us7rC1W8YYrbt6Q/viewform]
We need lots of them and volunteers are offered early entry into the next year's race!
UWHARRIE SWAG AND AWARDS
All participants will receive a long sleeve race t-shirt, complimentary parking and shuttles, well stocked aid stations, and plenty of food and refreshments at the finish line. Awards are a special tradition at Uwharrie, a region known for its beautiful pottery. All finishers receive pottery awards that are hand-crafted by Michael Mahan, a local Seagrove potter. The top 3 male and female winners in each race will receive handmade commemorative pottery and top overall male and female overall will also receive Altra shoe certificates. Awards are presented as runners finish.
Join us February 7, 2026 for a chilly, hilly good time!
NOT RUNNING THIS YEAR?
Please sign up to volunteer! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJ-zrMTxMHPluviSCp_pnNmxCY7yxbNr-us7rC1W8YYrbt6Q/viewform]
We need lots of them and volunteers are offered early entry into the next year's race!
UWHARRIE SWAG AND AWARDS
All participants will receive a long sleeve race t-shirt, complimentary parking and shuttles, well stocked aid stations, and plenty of food and refreshments at the finish line. Awards are a special tradition at Uwharrie, a region known for its beautiful pottery. All finishers receive pottery awards that are hand-crafted by Michael Mahan, a local Seagrove potter. The top 3 male and female winners in each race will receive handmade commemorative pottery and top overall male and female overall will also receive Altra shoe certificates. Awards are presented as runners finish.
Races
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40-Mile
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt (Long Sleeve, Unisex)
Sat 7th February 2026 (7:00AM EST)
$107.00
OPENS 01 NOVThe 40-mile course is an out-and-back run that turns around at the 20-mile finish area. The time limit for the 40-mile is 12.5 hours. For the safety of participants and volunteers, 40M runners will be stopped at the 32-mile point after 5:00 pm, at the 35-mile point after 6:00 pm, and at the 38-mile point after 7:00 pm. To continue past the 32-mile point after 4:00 pm, runners must have a light. -
20-Mile
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt (Long Sleeve, Unisex)
Sat 7th February 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$85.80
OPENS 01 NOVThe 20-mile course is a point-to-point course starting at Jumping Off Rock trailhead and finishing at Wood Run Trailhead at Hwy 24/27. The 20-mile time limit is 6 hours. -
8-Mile
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt (Long Sleeve, Unisex)
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$64.60
OPENS 01 NOVThe 8-mile course is a point-to-point race starting at Jumping Off Rock Trailhead and finishing at Highway 109 Trailhead.
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