Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay

Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay

Race through New River Gorge National Park on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Choose from the 50 Mile, 50K, or 50 Mile Relay and race point-to-point to Thurmond, West Virginia.

50 Mile & 50 Mile Relay

• Starts at 4:45 AM EST in Montgomery, WV and finishes in Thurmond, West Virginia.
• The train leaves at 6:59 PM EST with the last call whistle at 6:45 PM EST.
• This course is a mix of paved road (about 12 miles), awesome mountain dirt roads, and gorgeous trails with a spectacular view through New River Gorge National Park.
• With about 5,000' of elevation gain.
• The 50 Mile Relay can be run with 2-4 people.

50 Kilometer

• Full daylight event starting at Hawks Nest State Park and finishing in Thurmond, West Virginia.
• Point-to-point course takes participants along the beautiful New River Gorge trails.
• With 3,100' of elevation gain.

What's Included in Registration?

• Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay finisher medal
• Custom 2026 Highball to Thurmond hoodie
• Race photos
• Unique awards for top 3 overall men and women, age group awards, and the top 2 person, 3 person, and 4 person relay teams.
• Well-stocked aid stations along an epic, well-marked course
• Opportunity to add-on a train ticket