When does the Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k) sell out?

Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k) hasn't published a hard registration deadline. Most races of this size raise the entry fee in tiers (early-bird, regular, late) and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.

Marathon

Trail

Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)

Q: How hard is the Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k) Marathon?

Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k) is a Marathon on a trail course in Mill Spring, North Carolina. We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.

Q: What should I wear for the Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)?

Race-day weather in Mill Spring can swing year over year, so dress for the forecast on the day. As a rule of thumb, dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Layer with a throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, and a singlet plus a visor when it climbs above 60°F. The published start time is 8:00 AM. Check the race-day weather forecast on this page closer to the date for a specific recommendation.

August 22, 2026

Mill Spring, North Carolina

Rolling Course

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About the Race

🐎 Gallop Through the Trails at the Dark Horse Trail Race! 🌲 Giddy up, runners! The Dark Horse Trail Marathon & Half Marathon at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in beautiful Tryon, North Carolina is the perfect opportunity for you to feel the wind in your hair as you race through stunning trails set against the backdrop of rolling hills and lush forests 🏞️. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or a newcomer, this race promises an unforgettable adventure thro...

Course Profile

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Course features

Terrain

trail

Surface

Trail

Elevation gain

Not measured

Course type

Not stated

Field size

Unknown

Boston qualifier

Course map

Not yet published

Elevation profile

Not measured

Accessibility & inclusion

Walker-friendly

Stroller-friendly

Dog-friendly

Kids race

Vibe & community

We don't have vibe tags for this race yet — organizers can claim the listing to add them.

No charity partner listed.

History & past results

Years running

Unknown — claim to add

Recurrence

Annual (assumed)

Past finisher times and year-over-year participation will appear here once the organizer publishes them.

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Common questions

How hard is the Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k) Marathon?

We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.

What should I wear?

Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.