Training Runs
Join us on training runs to preview the course and get to know the trails. Please familiarize yourself with the maps and download the GPX files that are linked below for each run. There will be water dropped on each run and post-run refreshments & snacks.
Training Run #1 by UltraBuds:
TBD (March or April) 7:00am at Hilltop Community Park (Click HERE for directions). This training run, led by UltraBuds, will run the Black Mountain Open Space for approximately 12.5 miles and about 2,000 feet of ascent. You’ll get to check out the winding single track trails in this area and ascend to Black Mountain Summit for a beautiful 360 degree view.
Training Run #2 by Runners for Public Lands:
TBD (May), 7:00am at Black Mountain Ranch Park (Click HERE for directions). Join RPL and Black Mountain to run the 11 mile Lusardi Loop, part of the 50k course. You have the option of adding on the 3 mile Confusing Loop (miles 18.5 to 21.5) at the end (this is the new loop within the 50k course). This run will be between 11 and 14 miles depending on if you add on. Expect fire road, single track, and rolling hills.
Strava route - 11 miles
Strava route - 14 miles
Participation Disclaimer: You participate entirely at your own risk and are solely responsible for your actions and safety. By choosing to participate in the training runs on the above dates on this webpage, whether on foot, on course, before, during, or after the run itself, you acknowledge and accept that: You understand the risks involved in outdoor group running, including but not limited to slips, trips, falls, adverse weather, road crossings, uneven or unstable terrain, and other environmental hazards. You voluntarily assume full responsibility for any injury, illness, accident, loss, or damage sustained during or after your participation. You waive and release Black Mountain Trail Racing, its directors, officers, founders, employees, volunteers, affiliates, and brand partners from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, or causes of action arising from your participation, whether caused by negligence or otherwise. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Black Mountain Trail Racing and all associated individuals or entities from any claim made against them resulting from your participation in training run activities.
Photo Disclaimer: Photos and videos may be taken and used on our social media channels or in promotional materials.Please notify the run leader before the session if you do not want to be photographed.