Set your sights on the Uwharrie 12 Hour Adventure Race, an ultimate test of endurance and strategy set for Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the heart of North Carolina's Albemarle. This challenging 12-hour event, hosted at the picturesque Morrow Mountain State Park, invites solo athletes and teams of 2, 3, or 4 to push their limits across diverse disciplines. Participants will navigate the ancient Uwharrie Mountains—a region rich in history and now a flourishing U.S. National Forest—through a dynamic course of hiking, mountain biking, and paddling across serene waters and untamed backwoods.

The Uwharrie Mountains are renowned for their hilly and challenging terrain, promising a course with varied elevations, hidden roots, rocks, and creek crossings, ensuring no flat ground for long. As the race approaches the summer solstice, adventurers will benefit from approximately nine hours of daylight, leaving only about three hours of darkness, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to experience night racing without an extended period in the dark. Typical race day conditions in late May offer highs around 82F and lows around 62F, with a 16% chance of precipitation, requiring runners to be prepared for varied weather.

Success in the Uwharrie 12 Hour Adventure Race demands not just speed, but also unwavering determination and teamwork to conquer the continuous demands of the course. While the exact mileage for each segment of hiking, biking, and paddling remains part of the adventure, runners are expected to carry sufficient food and fluids for the duration of the race, embracing the self-sufficiency inherent in adventure racing. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through breathtaking landscapes, combining physical exertion with strategic navigation and camaraderie.