Beast of the East 100
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States
Dec 12, 2026 - Saturday
25mi, 50mi, 100mi, Ultra, 15m
Race Information
The run takes place on the entire trail system of Crowders Mountain. Both mountain peaks will be summit-ted. You get a nice, beautiful view of the lake, too. This race is more than a race, it is a celebration of one of the most iconic trail systems in the Charlotte area. The 100-miler has a 32-hour time limit and the 50-miler has an 18-hour cut-off. For the 25-miler, it's a 10-hour cut-off. The buckle and medals will also be extremely special for anyone who is able to finish.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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