The TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwhack returns to Chapel Hill, North Carolina on March 6th, offering a challenging point-to-point training run from Duke University to the UNC campus for those seeking an intense and self-assumed-risk experience. This event is held annually as a fun fat-ass run without any organizational affiliation, emphasizing participant responsibility over safety. On race morning in early spring, Chapel Hill's familiar streets and trails will be alive with runners starting their journey at either Old Well on the UNC campus or Duke Chapel depending on whether it’s an odd or even year. The air is crisp but not cold around 7:00 am when participants gather for a day of trail running that concludes back in town near 2 pm as they reach the finish line, this time at the opposite university's landmark location. The TarDevil has been a tradition since its inception, drawing runners who are prepared to tackle rugged terrain and face significant risks inherent in such an endeavor. The event does not support any charity or scholarship directly but is notable for fostering community among trail enthusiasts willing to challenge themselves physically and mentally under the terms that all participants accept full liability. The course of the TarDevil runs through varied landscapes, featuring both established trails within Duke University's forested grounds as well as UNC’s more open paths near campus. It includes challenging sections with steep climbs and descents along Chapel Hill’s hillsides. Participants start at either Old Well or Duke Chapel depending on whether it is an odd or even year; the finish line will be at the other location. Participants can expect firm but slightly soft trail conditions, which are typical for this time of year in North Carolina. The UV index averages around 4 (moderate), suggesting that runners should wear sunscreen and stay hydrated during their long trek from one university to another. There is no specific mention of precipitation risk at the race date's weather condition. The TarDevil offers a single distance: a rigorous, self-assumed-risk point-to-point run covering 30 miles with an entry fee of $30.
30M Start: 07:00:00 • Fee: $30.00
To register for The TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwhack, participants can visit https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=139350. Entry fees are set at $30 and registration remains open until the event date with no specific deadline mentioned beyond this point. Bib pickup details vary; however, for those unable to pick up in advance, there will be options available on race day starting from 6 am. For first-timers or returning participants looking to join The TarDevil at either Duke Chapel or Old Well, it is crucial to arrive prepared with proper gear and hydration systems. Age requirements are not specified but given the nature of this event, significant physical readiness is assumed for all who choose to participate in such a challenging run. The TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwhack concludes its annual trek across Chapel Hill on March 6th at UNC or Duke depending on the year's odd/even designation. This self-assumed-risk race represents an important tradition among trail runners willing to navigate through varied and sometimes harsh conditions, making it a unique event for those who embrace such challenges under their own terms in North Carolina’s vibrant running community.
Races Offered
30M
Mar 06, 2027
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Distance —
48.3K
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Running
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07:00
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$30.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Chapel Hill.
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6.7° / 18.5°
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3.1° / 15.4°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 49m
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Avg rainfall
3.0 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
11.6 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
61.0%
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Sunrise
07:24
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Sunset
19:23
About Chapel Hill
Learn more about the host city, Chapel Hill.
Scenic and regularly decked out in "Carolina blue", Chapel Hill is a lovely college town in North Carolina that makes up the westernmost point of the Research Triangle. The town is the smallest of the Triangle's three cities, with an influence and pull that belies its size. Based around the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the town caters heavily to the local student population, with plenty of bars and restaurants near the university's beautiful campus. Immediately to the west of Chapel Hill is the adjacent town of Carrboro, an old mill town now known for its local shops, restaurants and nightlife.
