Course map, elevation profile & surface
Aid stations as published on the course file
| Aid station | Mile | km |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| A Spring | 3.6 | 5.8 |
| A Spring | 6.1 | 9.8 |
| A Mitchell Aid Station | 8.0 | 12.9 |
| A Spring | 10.4 | 16.7 |
| A Spring | 11.5 | 18.6 |
| Finish line / pre race parking for shuttle | 15.7 | 25.3 |
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About this course
Quest for the Crest 25k covers 15.7 mi (25.3 km) with 5,317 ft of elevation gain through North Carolina, United States. The interactive map above shows the full route with its elevation profile and aid stations, built from the course's GPS file.
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