Clarksville, AR
“Thank you for putting on the race that tested my mental and physical ability more than any other thing on Earth. Also, the belt buckle is the prettiest, coolest buckle I have earned so far.”
The Hare Mountain 100 is a point-to-point, graduate level run through some of the most isolated, rugged terrain in Arkansas. It is extremely difficult. Big climbs and relentless smaller, steep climbs in between.
The Ozark Highlands Trail is hiked by thousands of people every year. While very remote, it is not a primitive, unmarked trail by any means. It is a National Scenic Trail maintained by volunteer members of the Ozark Highlands Trail Association.
But, with that said and while you are allowed a pacer starting at mile ~31, please make sure you are comfortable with:
-being self sufficient
-no extra marking beyond white and blue trail blazes and wooden trail signs
-navigation
-carrying a little extra gear for your safety.
-long distances between major aid stations (there are 13)
A GPS tracking device with the course GPX downloaded is a requirement. It will be checked during check-in to make sure you have it. While the trail is marked very well with white blazes for the main trail and blue blazes for the spurs, turns can be missed. Sometimes trees fall where the trail turns. Sometimes the tree with the blaze falls. Sometimes leaves cover the trail. Sometimes it's foggy. It's the wilderness. It's a raw and incredible experience. Be confident you can stay/get back on course.
This is a 100 mile run that incorporates 2 scenic spur loops along the Ozark Highlands Trail. It is located in the Northwestern part of Arkansas across the Boston Mountains segment.
Hare Mountain is the highest point on the OHT at ~2400 feet. This segment covers 164 miles of rocky, steep and rugged hardwood, cedar and pine forests. I'm utilizing 100 miles of the most difficult sections.
There are several creek crossings, incredible fall colors, amazing wildlife, waterfalls, bluffs and beautiful sandstone outcrops.
I grew up on this trail. It means a lot to me to bring such a wild and challenging experience to runners.
Measurements taken by GPS and topographic mapping have put elevation gain between 20,000-24,400 feet. It depends on the device/app. Runners will have 38 hours to complete the 100 mile run.
Questions contact: [email protected]
Website: https://www.haremountain100.com/
Upcoming Races
Oct 25 2025
60 KM
The last 38 miles of the 100 mile course. This will possibly be the most challenging 38 miles you have ever run.
The 60k will have between 9,000 and 10,000 feet of elevation gain.
It will start at 7am Saturday morning at Redding Recreation Area. Runners have 12 hours to finish at Shores Lake Recreation Area. You do not have to rent a GPS but you must have your phone with an app such as GAIA with the course GPX downloaded.
A GPS tracking device/2-way satellite communicator is highly encouraged.
10,000
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
6 Aid
Stations
12:00 Cutoff
5
Elevation Rating
Mountainous, >12,500 feet in 50 miles
3
Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts
Oct 25 2025
50 Miles
The 50 mile is really hard as well but I strongly encourage it if you have not finished a trail 100 before. It covers the ast 50 miles of the 100 mile course.
It covers the second, more difficult half, of the 100 course. Elevation gain is between 10,000 and 12,000 feet depending on device/app.
It starts at 5am Saturday October 25th at Indian Creek TH on HWY 215.
10,000
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
7 Aid
Stations
16:00 Cutoff
4
Elevation Rating
Very hilly, ~7500-12,500 feet in 50 miles
3
Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts
Oct 24 2025
100 Miles
21,000
ft.
Point-to-Point
Course
13 Aid
Stations
38:00 Cutoff
4
Elevation Rating
Very hilly, ~7500-12,500 feet in 50 miles
3
Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts
Results
50 Miles
View course top times55 KM
View course top times| Date | Finishers | Top Result (M) | Top Result (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/24 | 6 | 9:55:00 | 10:10:00 |
