Tussey Mountainback 50 Miler
Available distances
Races on the programme
| Race | Distance | Elevation gain |
|---|---|---|
| Tussey Mountainback 50 Miler | 50 mi | 5,482 ft |
| Tussey Mountainback 50 Miler Relais | 50 mi | 5,482 ft |
| Trail 31,07 mi | 31 mi | 6,135 ft |
About
The Tussey Mountainback 50 Miler takes place in Boalsburg, Pennsylvania, on a rugged, demanding course through the surrounding mountain backcountry — a route that lives up to its name. Runners choose between two distances, each completed solo or split among a relay team: a 50K (31 miles) or the full 50 miles.
The event draws both dedicated ultrarunners chasing a solo finish and relay teams looking to share the miles, all tackling the same tough, wild terrain that has made this Pennsylvania ultra a well-known challenge among trail and ultrarunning circles.
Highlights
- Off-road
- Mountain
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Races nearby
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