Haroc
JAN
31
2026
Test yourself on rocky, rooty trails and waterfalls at Hanging Rock State Park in the HAROC challenge. Choose a technical 50k or 25k with aid stations and scenic views; register by Jan 28 for the Jan 31 race.
Sat 31 Jan 2026
31 miles
16 miles
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HAROC (Hanging Rock Challenge)
HAROC (Hanging Rock Challenge) takes place Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Hanging Rock State Park in Danbury, North Carolina. The event is organized by Tanawha Adventures and offers two distances: a 50k and a 25k. Registration closes Wednesday, January 28 at 11:59 PM ET. A backup date of February 14 is listed in case of significant ice or snow.
The park trails include rocky and rooty sections, large boulders, cliffs, and waterfalls. Both courses combine trail miles with about 0.7 miles of pavement and include multiple aid stations along the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Course details
- 50k: 30.6 mi, ~5,100 ft climb, ~30 trail mi, 4 aid stations, 9.5-hour limit.
- 25k: 15.8 mi, ~2,800 ft climb, ~15 trail mi, 2 aid stations, 6-hour limit.
31 mi
50k
16 mi
25k