October 17-18, 2026

Join us for Hickory’s inaugural HKY 100, a 100-mile ultra trail race designed for solo runners and teams of 2 to 10. This challenging event pushes the limits of endurance, pace, and strategy as you race around the clock.

The course features a 4-mile loop that combines:

• Double-track farm trails (once believed to be old moonshine roads)
• Single-track hiking paths
• The newly created Aviation Walk
• Winkler Park nature trails
• A unique finish at the Hickory Crawdads stadium

Expect over 15,500 feet of elevation gain across a route that’s approximately 70% trail and 30% paved. The terrain includes short, steep climbs and two longer ascents of about 0.65 miles each. The course will be well-marked with cones, arrow signs, and reflective tape for night running. Be prepared for true trail conditions—hills, descents, tight turns, roots, rocks, and other natural features.

Contact

Please contact Lance Riddile at 828-322-7046, Ext. 7254, or via email at lriddile@hickorync.gov for more information or sponsorship opportunities.