MOUNTAIN CREEK MAYHEM 50k, 20 Miler & 1/2 Marathon
REGISTRATION:
Registration opening by end of May! Save the Date!!
- 50 K Pricing:
- Earlybird until July 31st: $90
- Aug 1-Sept 14: $100
- 20 Mile Pricing:
- Earlybird until July 31st: $75
- Aug 1-Sept 14: $85
- Half Marathon Pricing:
- Earlybird until July 31st: $65
- Aug 1-Sept 14: $75
EVENT DETAILS (all races):
Location and Parking
-Pine Grove Furnace State Park
-Fuller Lake Day Use Area
Race Day Schedule: Coming Soon
Runner Responsibilities:
- Be on Time
- Bib on Front
- Aid Station Checkins
- Need to drop? Tell someone!
- Be kind and courteous
- Stay on the course
- Love on our volunteers
- Respect cut-off times
- Hug your RD team!
Finish Line Picnic Fun and Grub: More info coming soon!
Looking for local lodging? Check our our nearby lodging info here!
LOOKING TO VOLUNTEER?
We love our volunteers and rely on them to make sure our racers have the best day possible! If you’re interested in making this an amazing race sign up to volunteer below!
50k Details:
Pre-race Meeting 7:45am and Race Start Time 8:00am
50k Course Map & Aid Stations
Aid Stations (mileages)
- DYNAMITE SHED Water Only: Mile 2.7
- PITCH PINE Aid Station: Mile 5.5
- DEAD WOMAN’S HOLLOW Aid Station: Mile 10.3
- PITCH PINE Aid Station: Mile 15.8
- DYNAMITE SHED Water Only: Mile 16.8
- BRICKYARD Aid Station: Mile 19.7
- LAUREL LAKE Aid Station: Mile 24.3
- RIDGE ROAD Aid Station: Mile 28.1
- LEEPER FARM ROAD Water Only: Mile 31
Available Nutrition: TBD
Drop Bag Policy & PROCEDURE: TBD
CREW ACCESS: TBD
20 Miler Details:
Pre-race Meeting 7:45am and Race Start Time 8:00am
20 Miler Course Map & Aid Stations
Aid Stations (mileages)
DYNAMITE SHED Water Only: Mile 2.7
PITCH PINE Aid Station: Mile 5.5
DEAD WOMAN’S HOLLOW Aid Station: Mile 10.3
PITCH PINE Aid Station: Mile 15.8
DYNAMITE SHED Water Only: Mile 16.8
Available Nutrition: TBD
Drop Bag Policy & PROCEDURE: NO DROP BAGS
CREW ACCESS: NO CREW ACCESS
Half Marathon Details:
Pre-race Meeting 8:50am and Race Start Time 9:00am
Half Marathon Course Map & Aid Stations
Aid Stations (mileages)
LAUREL LAKE Aid Station: Mile 24.3
RIDGE ROAD Aid Station: Mile 28.1
LEEPER FARM ROAD Water Only: Mile 31.3
Available Nutrition: TBD
Drop Bag Policy & PROCEDURE: TBD
CREW ACCESS: Laurel Lake Aid Station Only
Mountain Creek Mayhem Lodging Options:
Pine Grove Furnace State Park Campground
Ideal for race weekend—just steps from the start and finish lines! This scenic, peaceful campground is open from late March through mid-December and offers 70 spots for tents and trailers. Amenities include drinking water, flush toilets, and a sanitary dump station. Each site comes with a picnic table and fire ring, and some are pet-friendly for a small fee. Rustic group camping sites are also available.
Ironmaster’s Mansion Hostel
You can’t get any closer to the action than this. The Ironmaster’s Mansion offers bunkrooms and guest suites at budget-friendly rates—literally right next to the race headquarters!
Paymaster’s Cabin
Tucked into the center of the Ironmaster’s Challenge event area, the Paymaster’s Cabin is a cozy lodging option that sleeps up to six people. It’s available for rent all year through the DCNR reservation system.
Other Accommodations Nearby
Mountain Creek Campground
Only a 5-minute drive from Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Mountain Creek Campground offers a camp store, mini-golf, a seasonal pool, and plenty of family-friendly amenities.
Cherokee Campground
Just 8 minutes from the park, Cherokee Campground has tent and RV sites as well as seasonal cabins. It’s pet-friendly and great for families.
Mountain Creek Tavern Inn
Located in Mount Holly Springs, just 10 miles away, this spot is walkable to restaurants, bars, and some last-minute essentials like the dollar store.