2026 Hinson Lake 24 Hour Ultra Classic
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Ultra
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Race feel
Embrace the challenge of a 24-hour ultra on a scenic, certified 1.5-mile loop trail, featuring woods and charming lake bridges.
- Scenic
- Competitive
Scenic
CompetitiveThe 20th Annual Hinson Lake 24 Hour Ultra Classic invites runners to test their endurance on a USATF certified 1.5-mile loop. This electronically timed event takes place on a scenic sand/gravel trail, winding through woods and crossing 16 small wooden foot bridges, including one over the lake. Competitive runners will vie for overall male and female awards, with special recognition for MTC members and a medal for all who surpass 100K. Prepare for a challenging yet beautiful ultra experience.
What to expect
- Run a USATF certified 1.5-mile loop course for 24 hours.
- Navigate a sand/gravel trail through woods and over 16 wooden bridges.
- Compete for overall awards and earn a 100K medal for reaching the distance.
From the organizer
20th Annual 24-Hour Race
VENUE: Hinson Lake, Rockingham, North Carolina
RULES: This event will be electronically timed. All participants will be issued a bib/chip which must be worn at all times to guarantee that all completed laps and splits are recorded. There will be a chute for runners only and if you will be taking a break, you will be asked to steer clear of the lap counting area.
COURSE: The course is the 1.5032-mile inner loop that circles the lake. It is a USATF certified course with certification code NC14103DF. The surface is sand/gravel-maintained trail through the woods. You will run over 16 small wooden foot bridges including a 300-foot bridge that crosses over the lake. The trail will be marked on race day and will use chem-lights at night.
PACERS: In an effort to prevent overcrowding on the trail, all pacers must be registered entrants.
PARKING: To allow access to emergency vehicles, parking along the entrance road will be restricted to East side only (on your left as you enter the facility). The main parking area at the lodge has limited parking space and is first come/first serve. With that said, if you are not planning to stay on the trail for the entire 24 hours, I ask that you park either in the South parking lot which has access from Crow Run, on both sides of Crow Run or at the Moose Lodge located on Crow Run. There are also RV camping spaces at the Moose Lodge which is free but donations are accepted. Remember to lock your vehicle and do not leave valuables in plain sight!
THE START: The event starts at the foot bridge of the dam in the main parking lot. Start time is 8:00 AM.
AWARDS: The following will receive awards:
24 Hour 1st Place Overall Male Participant
24 Hour 1st Place Overall Female Participant
100/K 1st Place Overall Male Participant
100/K 1st Place Overall Female Participant
24 Hour 1st Place Overall Male MTC Member
24 Hour 1st Place Overall Female MTC Member
100/K 1st Place Overall Male MTC Member
100/K 1st Place Overall Female MTC Member
USATF Certified