7th Annual Mangum Marathon & 1/2 Marathon

Sat, Jan 16, 2027, 3:00 AM EST

Location: Intersection of Carthage Creek Road and Holly Grove Church Road outside of Ellerbe, NC, Ellerbe, NC 28338
Type: Run

Race feel

Test your grit on North Carolina's challenging, scenic country roads, featuring a legendary hill and long stretches of solitude.

Scenic
Competitive

Kick off your year with the 7th Annual Mangum Marathon & Half Marathon, a true runner's race set on North Carolina's quiet country roads. Known for its challenging, rolling terrain, this event features a legendary hill around mile 22 that will test your endurance. Runners can expect long stretches of solitude and scenic views, making it a rewarding experience for those seeking a demanding course. Prepare for a minimally supported race and bring your own hydration and nutrition.

What to expect

Navigate challenging, rolling country roads with long stretches of solitude.
Conquer the famous "Mangum Heartbreak Hill" around mile 22.
Prepare for a minimally supported course; carry your own hydration and nutrition.

From the organizer

🏃‍♂️ 7th Annual Mangum Marathon & Half Marathon — 2027 Kick off 2027 with one of North Carolina’s most challenging and rewarding road races — the 7th Annual Mangum Marathon & Half Marathon!

This is a true runner’s race: scenic, quiet country roads, rolling terrain, and a legendary hill that will test your grit.

⏱️ Time Limits Marathon: 7-hour time limit Half Marathon: 5-hour time limit Both events are chip timed.

🏅 Awards & Finisher Swag Finisher Medals for ALL who finish Custom Engraved Tumblers for Overall Male & Female winners Awards Categories Overall Male & Female Top 3 Male & Female in each age group:

0–19,20–29,30–39,40–49,50–59,60+ 🗺️ Course Description The course starts at the Dog Pen — out in the boondocks just outside Ellerbe, NC — and delivers quiet roads, long stretches of solitude, and one unforgettable climb.

Marathon:

Run 2 miles → turn right Continue 11.1 miles to the turnaround Reverse course back to the finish Around mile 22, you’ll face the famous climb to Bethel Church Boston has Heartbreak Hill — Mangum has its own. Half Marathon:

Turn around at approximately mile 6.55 Reverse course back to the Dog Pen finish 📍 Start / Finish Location Closest Address: 869 Holly Grove Church Rd. Ellerbe, NC 28338

Located at the intersection of Carthage Creek Road and Holly Grove Church Road in Richmond County.

📌 Google Map Pin: Google Maps Pin Drop

💧 Course Support (IMPORTANT) This is a MINIMALLY SUPPORTED COURSE.

Please plan accordingly and bring everything you need to be successful.

We will supply the following:

1 bottled water stack on Mangum Heartbreak Hill 2 manned water stops at the following locations:

~6.5 mile mark and Half Marathon turnaround ⚠️ Do not rely solely on aid stations. Carry hydration, nutrition, and gear appropriate for the distance.

👕 Race Shirts All participants will receive a special technical performance shirt.

Shirt style TBD (¼ zip / full zip / performance option) Shirt details will be announced in the coming weeks Shirts and medals are NOT guaranteed for registrations after January 9 Late registrants may pick up shirts/medals after race day (1-week processing time) 🚽 Porta-Johns NEW & IMPROVED!