2026 — 31st Annual Umstead 100
The Umstead 100 Ultra is a 100 mile endurance run through the William B. Umstead State Park in Raleigh, NC. You have 30 hours to complete the race. The race also offers a 50 mile option.
Next Race: March 28-29, 2026
Registration: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Time left to hydrate before the race:
2026 Race Announcements
- Information You'll Need to Register for the Umstead 100
- BNMA awards application is open -- see below.
Blake Norwood Memorial Awards (BNMA)
Blake Norwood was the founder of the Umstead 100 Mile Endurance Run, Race Director for 20 years until his retirement in 2014, and a retired Army Colonel who served with regular and reserve Army units.
In honor of Blake's commitment to the U.S. Armed Services, the North Carolina Ultra Running Association established the Blake Norwood Memorial Awards where 4 active-duty armed services members are awarded entry into the race.
- Online BNMA application (last day to enter is August 29, 2025)
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