Old Fort Fifty
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (August 8, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
Races on the programme
| Race | Distance | Elevation gain |
|---|---|---|
| 50K | — | 15,991 ft |
| 50K | — | 15,991 ft |
About
The Old Fort Fifty is an endurance event for both cyclists and runners, held on August 7, 2027, on demanding trails around Old Fort, with a 50K (about 31 miles) for each discipline. The course features significant elevation gain and technical terrain, combining established trails with newly built ones.
The event starts and finishes at Camp Grier, which offers amenities such as lodging, camping, showers, a lake and a swimming pool. Participants must carry a cell phone and a rain jacket, and specific safety and support rules apply. The Old Fort Fifty is part of the King of Pisgah series and offers options for families and spectators.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Old Fort.
Black Mountain Turkey Trot 5k
Nov 26, 2026 · Black Mountain, NC · 8 mi away
3.1 mi · 1 mi
Gold Mine River Run 5K
Nov 14, 2026 · Marion, NC · 13 mi away
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Fonta Flora 50k and Half Marathon
Oct 24, 2026 · Nebo, NC · 16 mi away
13.1 mi · 31.1 mi
Lake James Races
Apr 10, 2027 · Nebo, NC · 16 mi away
7 mi · 3.1 mi
Union Mills Wilderness 5k/10k Run
Feb 27, 2027 · Union Mills, NC · 16 mi away
3.1 mi · 6.2 mi
Asheville Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026 · Asheville, NC · 21 mi away
3.1 mi · 1 mi