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South Mountains Marathons

South Mountains Marathons is a marathon and 1/2 Marathon event held in Connelly Springs, North Carolina. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, January 9, 2027.

Race day
January 9, 2027
Location
Connelly Springs, NC

Race details

Date
Saturday, January 9, 2027
Distances
Marathon, 1/2 Marathon
Course
Half marathon: ~2,600 ft elevation gain over 12.9 miles of mostly trail with steep sections and stairs.
Registration
ultrasignup.com
Official website
tanawhaadventures.com

About the South Mountains Marathons

South Mountains Marathons is a trail race series in South Mountains State Park near Connelly Springs, NC, put on by Tanawha Adventures. Due to lingering Hurricane Helene trail damage, only the 12.9-mile half marathon (~2,600 ft gain, mixed double-track/singletrack trail and stairs) is offered for the upcoming Jan 9, 2027 edition; the marathon and 50K are paused until the backcountry sections reopen.

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South Mountains Marathons: common questions

When is the South Mountains Marathons?
The next confirmed date is Saturday, January 9, 2027.
Where is the South Mountains Marathons held?
In Connelly Springs, North Carolina.
What distances does the South Mountains Marathons offer?
Marathon and 1/2 Marathon.
How do I register for the South Mountains Marathons?
Registration is handled by the organiser at ultrasignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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