1600 Pisgah Hwy, Pisgah Forest NC
Friday, April 24th, 2026
🏔️ Race Overview
A scenic, wild, team adventure in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the Smoky Mountain Relay is an adventure that is not to be missed. This course will challenge you and your friends with tough legs and reward you with stories to last a lifetime.
📍 Course Details
- Distance: 200+ miles
- Starting Point: Pisgah Forest Visitor Center just outside of Brevard, NC in the Pisgah National Forest
- Teams: Teams of 12, 9 or “ultra” teams of 6
- Finish Line: Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, NC
💪 Challenge Awaits
Teams make their way through 36 legs, facing the beautiful yet demanding terrain of the Smoky Mountains.
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Are you ready to #getoffyourasphalt?
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