North Carolina · 11 Miles · 6 Miles
Tough as Trails Race Series
Tough as Trails Race Series is a 11 Miles and 6 Miles event held in Durham, North Carolina. It was last held on October 25, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 1,275 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Durham, NC
- Field size
- ~1,275 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 25, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Distances
- 11 Miles, 6 Miles
- Field size
- About 1,275 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- bullcityrunning.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EDT
- Course profile — 11 Miles
- Loop course; Trail surface
- Course profile — 6 Miles
- Loop course; Trail surface
About the Tough as Trails Race Series
Bull City Running Co. proudly presents Tough as Trails Off-Road Race Series that features some of the most challenging, beautiful single track trail runs in North Carolina. The series is comprised of 3 races in 2026-2027: Eno River Run (10/25/26) : 6 or 11 miles Uwharrie Mountain Run (2/6/27) : 8, 20, or 40 miles Mountains-to-Sea Trail Challenge (4/11/27) : 13 miles or 50km All races have distance options, so cost of the series depends on distance selected for each race. Series Rules: Please en…
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Tough as Trails Race Series: common questions
- When is the Tough as Trails Race Series?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Tough as Trails Race Series held?
- In Durham, North Carolina.
- What distances does the Tough as Trails Race Series offer?
- 11 Miles and 6 Miles.
- How many people run the Tough as Trails Race Series?
- About 1,275 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Tough as Trails Race Series?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Tough as Trails Race Series?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open.
- What time does the Tough as Trails Race Series start?
- 8:00 AM EDT.
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