17Apr
50K
Running
- Distance
- 50K
- Start time
- 06:00
- Entry fee
- $65.00
Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k
Galax,
Virginia,
United States
165 days left
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Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k
About the event
Embrace the rugged beauty of Southern Virginia at Froggy Mountain's Sweet 16 50k Ultra Race on April 17, 2027. This challenging course features relentless ascents with 500 feet of elevation gain per mile across its hilly terrain. Nestled near Galax, the race offers a cool and welcoming atmosphere amidst the serene backdrop of Froggy Mountain.
Runners can expect fully stocked aid stations every mile, complete with hot meals prepared to fuel your journey through the night. Free camping is available for both runners and their support crews, ensuring that you have all the comfort needed during this 16-hour endurance test. The course's unique setting comes alive as croaking frogs create an enchanting soundtrack, enhancing the immersive experience of running in nature.
With options to stay on-site or nearby in Galax, participants can enjoy a memorable weekend in one of Virginia’s most scenic locations. Join us for a race that combines physical challenge with natural beauty and community spirit.
Join the adventure at Froggy Mountain this spring!
Runners can expect fully stocked aid stations every mile, complete with hot meals prepared to fuel your journey through the night. Free camping is available for both runners and their support crews, ensuring that you have all the comfort needed during this 16-hour endurance test. The course's unique setting comes alive as croaking frogs create an enchanting soundtrack, enhancing the immersive experience of running in nature.
With options to stay on-site or nearby in Galax, participants can enjoy a memorable weekend in one of Virginia’s most scenic locations. Join us for a race that combines physical challenge with natural beauty and community spirit.
Join the adventure at Froggy Mountain this spring!
Races offered
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for April in Galax.
Temperature7.0° / 18.2°
Feels like3.3° / 14.8°
Sunshine hours9h 42m
Rainfall2.7 mm
Snowfall—
Wind13.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity67.7%
Max UV indexModerate (5.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise06:48
Sunset19:58
About Galax
Learn more about the host city, Galax.
Galax is an independent city in the southwestern part of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 6,720.
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Race results
All-time top performances and historical records for Froggy Mountain Sweet Sixteen 50k.
| Place | Name | Year | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Jonathan Frey | '25 | 10:20:58 |
| 🥈 | Jordan Rodrigues | '26 | 10:44:00 |
| 🥉 | Jesse Smith | '26 | 10:57:26 |
| 4 | Mike Fiorito | '25 | 11:22:33 |
| 5 | Shawn Becker | '25 | 13:17:13 |
| 6 | Colin Smith | '25 | 14:25:10 |
| 7 | David Muncy | '25 | 15:15:00 |
| 8 | Thomas Holley | '25 | 15:15:00 |
| 9 | Mark Bowles | '25 | 15:15:00 |
| Place | Name | Year | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Elena Der | '26 | 15:45:25 |
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