Mount Jefferson Challenge

Join us on 06/10/2026
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Mount Jefferson Challenge Race Description

To the summit...and back... of Mt. Jefferson, within the Mount Jefferson State Natural area. 6.6 miles (3.3 up and 3.3 back down) with 5 - 16% grade. Negative splits just about guaranteed! Breathtaking!


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  • Mount Jefferson Challenge Where & When
  • Location: Ashe County Civic Center, West Jefferson, NC 28694
  • Race Date: 2016/06/10 06:30:00 PM (Friday)
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4.5/5
Course: 4.0/5
Organization: 5.0/5
great road race!

i'm used to trail running... every step being a unique adventure... so normally road races bore me. mojo was great! ...beautiful, great weather, great training... the race crew showed us a great time!

derek c.

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