Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Kilkenny Ridge Race

Trail Running covering 40.2 km to 80.5 km with up to 4,572 m D+ in Starkville (Mississippi, United States)

LocationStarkville, Mississippi, United StatesShow on map(33.4504° N, 88.8184° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2018
Elevation gainUp to +4,572 m

Kilkenny Ridge Race is an endurance sporting event in Starkville, Mississippi, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 2018, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Vertical Race.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Kilkenny Ridge Race 50 mile (80.47 km, +4,572 m D+), and Kilkenny Ridge Race 25 mile (40.23 km, +2,200 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 (rockhopperraces.com).

Official website
Kilkenny Ridge Race in Starkville (Work: "Guillaume Rouger representing France at the World Masters Mountain Running Championships 2022", Photo: Athetics123, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Guillaume Rouger representing France at the World Masters Mountain Running Championships 2022" · Photo: Athetics123 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestVertical RaceHigh Altitude

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Kilkenny Ridge Race 50 mileTrail Running80.47 km+4,572 m1,150 m - 3,070 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Kilkenny Ridge Race 25 mileTrail Running40.23 km+2,200 m1,153 m - 2,077 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
80.47 km
Elevation gain
+4,572 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,572 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,070 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11.4 % / 20.5 %
Course format
Loop course
80.47 km+4,572 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N204060FS33.4504° N, 88.8184° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,070 m above sea level (+4,572 m D+, -4,572 m D-)

Peak: 3,070 m·at 31.3 km·Ø 11.4 %
1,150 m1,790 m2,430 m3,070 m0 km16.1 km32.2 km48.3 km64.4 km80.5 km3,070 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Kilkenny Ridge Race take place?

Kilkenny Ridge Race takes place in Starkville, Mississippi, US (start area at coordinates 33.4504° N, 88.8184° 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 Kilkenny Ridge Race?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Kilkenny Ridge Race 50 mile (80.47 km, +4,572 m D+), and Kilkenny Ridge Race 25 mile (40.23 km, +2,200 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Kilkenny Ridge Race?

The main competition (Kilkenny Ridge Race 50 mile over 80.47 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,572 m of elevation gain and -4,572 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,070 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 Kilkenny Ridge Race?

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