Meneka Mountain Races

MENEKA MOUNTAIN 10K

This challenging 10K has 1,050 feet of climbing in 6.1 miles! It is a perfect way to experience mountain trail running and explore the amazing National Forest. Begin with a 1.4-mile loop around Elizabeth Furnace, followed by a long climb on the famed Tuscarora Trail. Loop back on the Sidewinder Trail back to Tuscarora and the finish. The trail is rocky and technical in many spots, and some prior trail running experience is recommended. There will be light aid at 1.4, 2.5, and 5.0 miles.

MENEKA MOUNTAIN 25K

This is one of the toughest (and most scenic) half marathon +++ races you will find, featuring 2,220 feet of climbing in 14.5 miles! Start with a long, steep climb to Meneka Peak and traverse the rocky ridge to the famed Signal Knob Overlook. From there, it “bombs away” down four miles of runnable dirt roads. The ***only*** aid station is at mile 9.2. Return to single track trail and several adventurous stream crossings. If you have any legs left, there are several more miles of runnable forest roads before finishing on singletrack trail.

Meneka Mountain Races is partnering with Trees Not Tees. Planting a tree is one of the best things you can do to fight climate change, as they remove carbon dioxide from the air as they grow. Look out for options to plant trees when you register. Your tree will be planted in Scotland to grow as part of a whole new forest full of native broadleaf tree species. You’ll receive a certificate from Trees Not Tees that includes a picture of your tree, details of the species, and a unique geo-location address.