The 12th Annual Vertical Mile Challenge is set for June 20, 2026, with two races (Vertical Mile and Half Vertical Mile) beginning at 8:00 a.m. at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area, 3451 Rocky Face Church Road in Hiddenite, NC 28636.
Check out the registration link on ultrasignup for additional race information (https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=134501)
Jun 20, 2026
Distance — 8 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
0.00
Jun 20, 2026
Distance — 16 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
0.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Hiddenite.
Hiddenite is a census-designated place (CDP) in east-central Alexander County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 536 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Hickory–Lenoir–Morganton Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Read more launchExplore other exciting events happening in this same region.
location_on Statesville, North Carolina, US
calendar_today Mar 17, 2026
Hand-picked events we think you’ll love.
Nov 21, 2026
The RUN Manatee 5k series offers THREE adventures to celebrate ONE community. Participants will discover Manatee County…
Read more
Nov 28, 2026
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The…
Read more
Dec 13, 2026
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.Th…
Read more
Mar 21, 2027
WE ARE NOW OFFERING AN AQUABIKE DIVISION! Triathlon Information:Join us for the annual Space Coast Triathlon, held in …
Read more
