Ultra Running Hub Roaring Gap, NC, United States · Saturday, February 6, 2027
Stone Mountain Massacre
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, February
Regional 2001-2020 average for February — NASA POWER, grid elevation 741 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 2,100 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes42 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles2,100 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 50 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Course Notes
The route of the race takes you out from the Upper Parking Lot to The Stone Mountain Loop summit within the first 2 miles of the race. Then takes you down onto the loop we have.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.