The Last Wolf

The Last Wolf is a trail event held in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, on October 10, 2026, organized by Dirty Wolf Racing. The lineup includes a 50K (31 miles), a 25K (about 15.5 miles), a 5K and a Last Man Standing format, in which runners repeat a loop each hour until only one is left.

Four formats on the same trails give you real choice. The 5K is a family-friendly option, the 25K a strong goal for runners who want a trail half marathon with a bit extra, and the 50K a classic first ultra on the rolling, wooded terrain of the Carolina Piedmont. The Last Man Standing is the wild card: the pace is gentle but the event has no fixed end, so it rewards patience, careful fueling and a stubborn mindset more than speed. Prepare for the 50K with 16 weeks of long runs on hills and several sessions eating on the move; 10 to 12 weeks will cover the 25K. For the Last Man Standing, practice running easy loops with short rests between them, and bring a chair, warm layers and a headlamp for the night hours.