Watauga County, North Carolina, United States
51.3 miles (82.5 km) · 4,986 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route
Boone Fork 50 covers 51.3 miles across Watauga County, North Carolina, United States. Runners face 4,939 feet of climbing with 4,908 feet of loss. The largest climb extends 2.6 miles, gaining 120 feet. The course averages 103 feet of vertical gain per mile. The course is 82% runnable, with the remainder requiring hiking on steep or technical sections. Trail comprises the majority of the course. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 16.1 out of 10, placing it in the 80.58th percentile. Popular among trail runners and hikers seeking North Carolina adventures.
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