Ultra Running Hub
100mi
Barkley Marathons
161km Distance
18,000m Elevation
10 Grit Score
Elite/Extreme Level
Vertical Intensity 112 D+/km
Extreme verticality. This is a technical mountain course with sustained steep grades.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a vertical course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With mountain terrain, choose a shoe with aggressive lugs (5mm+) for optimal performance.
For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
Course Intelligence
OPENFREE MAP (LIBRE)About
The most mysterious and brutal ultra, with no marked trail and a roughly 1% finish rate.
Highlights
- ~1% finish rate
- No marked course
- Entry by essay/application