The Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay is a distinctive trail running event that takes place annually in West Virginia. Participants can choose between a 50-mile ultramarathon, a 50K race, or a 50-mile relay team challenge. The course begins in Montgomery, progressing through a mix of paved roads, rugged mountain trails, and picturesque paths within the New River Gorge National Park, and concludes in the historic railroad town of Thurmond, which had a population of just five residents as of the 2010 census.
Races
50 Mile
50km
Race Date:
18 May, 2025
The Highball to Thurmond 50-Mile Ultra is a grueling point-to-point race through New River Gorge National Park, with an intense 1,829 meters of elevation gain. Organized by Trivium Racing, this May 18, 2025, event challenges endurance athletes with rugged terrain, steep climbs, and sweeping Appalachian views.
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FAQs
What is the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
How long is the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
Where does the Highball to Thurmond Ultra take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
How can I prepare for the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
The Highball to Thurmond 50-Mile Ultra is a grueling point-to-point race through New River Gorge National Park, with an intense 1,829 meters of elevation gain. Organized by Trivium Racing, this May 18, 2025, event challenges endurance athletes with rugged terrain, steep climbs, and sweeping Appalachian views.
The Highball to Thurmond Ultra is 80km long.
The Highball to Thurmond Ultra takes place in Thurmond, West Virginia, USA.
The Highball to Thurmond Ultra elevation gain is 1829 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
The Highball to Thurmond 50-Mile Ultra is a grueling point-to-point race through New River Gorge National Park, with an intense 1,829 meters of elevation gain. Organized by Trivium Racing, this May 18, 2025, event challenges endurance athletes with rugged terrain, steep climbs, and sweeping Appalachian views.
How long is the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
The Highball to Thurmond Ultra is 80km long.
Where does the Highball to Thurmond Ultra take place?
The Highball to Thurmond Ultra takes place in Thurmond, West Virginia, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
The Highball to Thurmond Ultra elevation gain is 1829 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Highball to Thurmond Ultra?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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