Running the entire Art Loeb is no easy feat, nor is it recommended for novice runners. At roughly 50k in length with over 8,000' of climbing, running the entire trail is one of the most epic and rewarding things you'll ever do in your life. Different than a race, this guided adventure allow you to run the trail at your own pace, stopping to take in the view and relax as often as you'd like. Expect at least 10 - 12 hours on the trail.
The run begins at Daniel Boone Boy Scout Camp outside of Waynesville where it climbs into the Shining Rock Wilderness and traverses the Great Balsam Mountains. Multiple bald summits and dramatic views line the ridge before merging onto a brief stretch of the 1,200-mile long Mountains to Sea Trail. After crossing over the Blue Ridge Parkway, the trail summits Pilot Mountain before bagging peak after peak on its way to the Davidson River Campground, its southern terminus.
Nutritionals, food, water, transportation, and supply drops are all included in the price.