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Quest for the Crest
Burnsville, North Carolina
251
Days Away
About This Race
A mountain race boasting 12,000 ft of vertical gain in the 50k and 4,500 gain in the 25k, featuring ridiculously technical trails and incredible views from Mt. Mitchell and surrounding peaks. Known as "hands down the hardest 25k and 50k in North America".
Key Dates
Race Day
May 15, 2027
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