Ultra Running Hub Ellijay, GA, United States · Friday, April 24, 2026
Feral Mountain
Calculated from 161 km alone — the organiser has not published an elevation profile. Read 8.1 as a floor, not a verdict.
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (50mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, April
Regional 2001-2020 average for April — NASA POWER, grid elevation 483 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 50mi | 22 | Nicholas Oberholtzer · 12:10:58 | Kelsey Otten · 11:30:02 |
| 2025 | 50mi | 15 | Arturo Garcia-Drake · 12:07:46 | Lauren Jones · 11:34:09 |
The field grew 47% between 2025 (15) and 2026 (22). 23% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (50mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 161 km of trail.
- Trail Running Shoes 161 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
- Race Nutrition Past 161 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
- Hydration Vests Flask capacity for 161 km, without the bounce.
- Headlamps 161 km almost certainly means running into the night.
- Accessories Chafe and blisters end more 161 km races than fitness does.
Similar races
Other 100 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.