Black Mountain Marathon
Race Day Weather
Mild temps, light winds
Runners will face temperatures rising from 50°F at the start to 60°F by the finish, with a light breeze from the WSW. Humidity sits at 59%, offering comfortable conditions. With potential for light rain, a throwaway layer may be beneficial during the pre-race period. Runners should maintain a steady pace to conserve energy.
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Race Info
The Black Mountain Marathon and Mount Mitchell Challenge is a trail marathon and ultramarathon held in Black Mountain, North Carolina, in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Both races start together in downtown Black Mountain and share the first 13 miles to an overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway before diverging: marathon runners turn back for a 26.2-mile route with about 3,000 feet of elevation gain, while Mount Mitchell Challenge runners continue 36 miles with about 4,500 feet of gain to the 6,684-foot summit of Mount Mitchell, the highest peak in the eastern United States. Both courses finish at Lake Tomahawk in Black Mountain.
