Grayson Highlands

At each distance of the Grayson Highlands Half Marathon runners embark on a beautiful and unforgettable adventure through Grayson Highlands State Park. Participants will enjoy incredible mountain vistas, and also get to see wild ponies.ย 

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Race Info

The perfect combination of fun, safety and challenge. Each course takes runners on a beautiful and unforgettable adventure through Grayson Highlands State Park. The purpose of the event is to enjoy the incredible scenic surroundings, not just to run the course.

The time limit is: 50 miles – 17,5 hours, 50K – 11 hours, half marathon – 6 hours, 8M – 4 hours.

The aid stations at the 50-mile and 50K races are fully stocked with food and liquids: cola, ginger ale, bananas, and quesadillas. For the half marathon there will be one aid station at mile 8.ย 

Awards will be given to man and woman overall in all races. All ultra and half marathon participants receive a cap and finisher’s award.ย 

Race Date

May 3-4, 2025.

Location

8289-8285 Grayson Highland Ln,
Mouth of Wilson, VA US 24363

Directions

Distances

  • 50 Miles
  • 50K
  • 25K
  • 8M

Starting Time

  • Saturday, 5:30 AM โ€“ 50M
  • Saturday, 7:30 AM โ€“ 50K
  • Sunday, 8:00 AM โ€“ 25K, 8M

Entry Fees

  • $165 and up โ€“ 50M
  • $153 and up โ€“ 50K
  • $115 and up โ€“ half marathon
  • $78 and up โ€“ 8M

Course Map

You can find the course map and description here: runbumtours.com. 50-Miler: 9500 ft of climbing, 50K: 5000 ft of climbing, half marathon: 3000 ft of climbing, 8-Miler – 1400 ft of climbing.

Registration

It will only take a few minutes to register for the Grayson Highlands Ultra Marathon at ultrasignup.com.

Official Race Website

Always refer to the official website for the latest race information: runbumtours.com.

Social Media

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Related Events

If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Half Marathons Calendar.ย You may also like to participate in otherย races in May.

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