Neck of the Woods Adventure Race

Neck of the Woods Adventure Race

This is the 3rd Annual “Neck of the Woods” Adventure Race, a 5-hour event designed for both beginners and seasoned adventure racers. Participants can compete solo or in teams of up to 4 people.

When: October 24th, 2026. Mandatory pre-race briefing at 0700, launch time at 0730, and must finish by 1230.

Where: Huntersville, NC. The race takes place at 101 Huntersville-Concord Rd, Huntersville, NC US 28078.

Cost: $40 per person.

Event Format: This adventure race is a scavenger hunt on bike and foot, with no paddle or swim sections. Participants will be given maps with possible checkpoints to find, earning points for each one discovered. The team or solo competitor with the most points in the least amount of time wins. There is a 5-hour time limit, and participants can choose their own route and sequence of checkpoints.

Mandatory Supplies: Each participant must have a Bike, Bike Helmet, blinking rear bike light, Food/Nutrition, and Water. Teams must carry a Compass and Phone (in a waterproof container) at all times.

Distances: Approximate distances depend on strategy. Completing all checkpoints could involve about 25 miles of biking and 5-6 miles of trekking. The minimum distance for mandatory checkpoints is about 14-15 miles of biking and 3-4 miles of trekking.

Bike Sections: Mostly paved roads and greenways, with optional riding on power lines and fire roads. A mountain bike is recommended, but road bikes or beach cruisers can be used for mandatory points.

Registration: Registration ends October 20th. Register by October 8th to guarantee a t-shirt.

Race Contact: For questions, please use the contact form provided on the event page.