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50K APPLICATION
The race is an individual run of a portion of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. This is a point-to-point race that begins in Ohiopyle, PA (elev. 1200 ft.) and ends at the Route 31 trailhead near Myersbrook, PA. (elev. 2760 ft.) Total distance is 50 kilometers. The start is near the intersection of Route 381 and Garret Road on the North end of Ohiopyle. The starting time is 8:00 A.M.
Since this is a point-to-point race, we will have bus transportation available before the
start of the race. The bus will pick runners up at the Route 31 parking area prior
to the race and drop them off at the starting area. The Route 31 parking area is a
short hike from the actual finish line of the 50K race, but it would be difficult for a
bus to get into the trailhead parking area. The Route 31 parking area is on the
North side of Route 31. There will be only one bus leaving for the start on race
morning.There will be no bus transportation after the race. Runners that wish to
return to the starting area will have to make their own transportation arrangements.
The bus for the 50K race will leave the Route 31 parking area at 6:45 a.m.
Please click on the Race Rules link to view the rules regarding conduct and pacing.
There will be fully stocked aid stations at the following locations:
While a crew is not required, each runner should plan on carrying food and fluids between each aid station.
A 50 kilometer wilderness trail, traversing state parks, state forests, state gamelands, and other public and private lands. This is a very scenic and challenging course. Difficult footing is the norm, as steep grades, logs, rocks, steps, mud and other obstacles abound. The trail is maintained by the state and features concrete markers at every mile. This is a feature of which few ultra races can boast. The entire course is permanently marked with yellow blazes, which makes getting lost difficult. The majority of the trail is rugged single-track, with some meadow crossings in the Seven Springs Resort area. Stream crossings are not an issue on the course, as the park service maintains log bridges across them. However, the bridges do get slippery, especially in the morning when they are covered with dew. Please exercise caution when crossing the log bridges.
Please note: Due to construction in the Seven Springs Resort area, the trail has a marked detour. The detour takes runners around the construction zone. It is marked with blue signs that point the way. The detour goes next to Lake Tahoe and down one of the resorts ski slopes, rejoining the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail after crossing a meadow. You will run along Lake Tahoe, turn right near a ski lift and follow the snow makers down the hill. There are blue signs with arrows mounted on the snow makers. The last sign has an arrow that points both ways, signifying the crossing of the LHHT. At this sign you will bear left toward the pine trees and pick up the regular yellow blazed trail.
Race management has made no provisions for drop bags in the 50K race.
To enter, simply complete the Application and mail to:
Rick Freeman
19 Kirchner Drive
South Park, PA 15129
Make checks payable to: Laurel Highlands Ultra
Copyright © 2006-2008 Richard Freeman