Bel Monte Endurance Races

Trail Running covering 26.3 km to 83.9 km with up to 2,510 m D+ in Charlottesville (Virginia, United States)

Location

Charlottesville, Virginia, United StatesShow on map(38.0293° N, 78.4767° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

First edition2013

Elevation gainUp to +2,510 m

Bel Monte Endurance Races is an endurance sporting event in Charlottesville, Virginia, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 2013, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, High Altitude, Forest, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 52.13 mi (83.9 km, +2,510 m D+), Trail 34.36 mi (55.3 km, +1,570 m D+), and Trail 16.34 mi (26.3 km, +1,050 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (belmonteraces.com).

Official website

Bel Monte Endurance Races in Charlottesville (Work: "Appleorchardmountain", Photo: Gafoto, License: CC BY 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Appleorchardmountain" · Photo: **Gafoto** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 3.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain High Altitude Forest Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 52.13 mi	Trail Running	83.9 km	+2,510 m	1,150 m - 2,204 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 34.36 mi	Trail Running	55.3 km	+1,570 m	1,153 m - 1,812 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 16.34 mi	Trail Running	26.3 km	+1,050 m	1,156 m - 1,597 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

83.9 km

Elevation gain

+2,510 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,510 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,204 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

6 % / 10.8 %

Course format

Loop course

83.9 km+2,510 m D+Peak 2,204 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,204 m above sea level (+2,510 m D+, -2,510 m D-)

Peak: 2,204 m·at 21.8 km·Ø 6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Bel Monte Endurance Races take place?

Bel Monte Endurance Races takes place in Charlottesville, Virginia, US (start area at coordinates 38.0293° N, 78.4767° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Bel Monte Endurance Races?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 52.13 mi (83.9 km, +2,510 m D+), Trail 34.36 mi (55.3 km, +1,570 m D+), and Trail 16.34 mi (26.3 km, +1,050 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Bel Monte Endurance Races?

The main competition (Trail 52.13 mi over 83.9 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,510 m of elevation gain and -2,510 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,204 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Bel Monte Endurance Races?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (belmonteraces.com).