Blue Ridge Relay

Map Links are current for 2026...as noted.  COMPLETE FINAL COURSE COMING SOON!

GPS Alert

Please use our maps and written directions - do not rely on GPS.  GPS is frequently incorrect in our mountains.  It is very useful to print the individual leg directions/cue sheets and laminate them for the runner of each leg.

Leg-by-Leg Description (2025)

To view a printable leg-by-leg description, including map, elevation, and cue sheet, please click the links below:

LEGS 1-36

EXCHANGE ZONE MAPS

Cue Sheet (2025)

To view a printable turn-by-turn cue sheet for the full course (3 pages), please CLICK HERE. (pdf)

Map Links (2026)

When viewing the interactive maps (the full course and individual legs from the table below), you can highlight a section of the course to view a more detailed elevation chart of that section.  To view a more detailed section:

1. Move your cursor along the x-axis (mileage) of the elevation graph.  Mileage, elevation, and % grade will be displayed.

2. Click and hold a beginning point on the elevation graph.  Drag your cursor and highlight the segment/distance that you wish to view in greater detail.  When you release your mouse, the highlighted segment will be displayed.

3. To return to the full graph, single click "De-Select".

When viewing the interactive maps, use the dropdown menu in the upper right corner of the map to change the view. 

1. Google Hybrid is great to see the details of the road and you can utilize "street view".  Drag Pegman onto the map to utilize "street view."

2. OSM is great to see the trails.

Full Course (2026...accurate for Legs1-33.  Legs 34-36 are pending.  See Leg Maps links below for details on the 2 options for Legs 34-36.)

To view an interactive map of the full course CLICK HERE.  This map is for a full course overview only and should not be used by the runners to navigate the course.  For leg details, please reference the other information on this Map Page.

Leg Maps (2026...accurate for Legs 1-33.  See tables below for Plan A and Plan B options.  Plan B is in place.  Waiting on confirmation from the National Park Service on Plan A.)

To view an interactive map of a specific leg, click on the leg below and you will be taken to ridewithgps.com.  These interactive maps are fantastic for runners to look at landmarks, road intersections, elevation changes, etc...  DO NOT use the cue sheets that are associated with these maps.  USE the "printable turn-by-turn cue sheet" that is available at the top of this page.

Legs 34-36 Maps (Plan A, includes running thru Ox Creek and Mountain to Sea Trail: (2026)

Plan A Notes:

1. Leg 35: Final 1.7 miles is on Mountain to Sea Trail (MST), technical single track, rocks/roots, wet rock will be slippery, keep your eyes on the trail and not on the big views.

2. Leg 36: Initial 6.6 miles is on MST.  Single track, approx. 60% is packed dirt and runnable with minimal rocky/rooty.  Approx. 40% is more technical rocky/rooty/stairs, etc...  MST parallels Blue Ridge Parkway all the way...DO NOT take the side spurs.  Had a black bear on the trail about 50 ft in front of me for 100 yards before it disappeared.  More details to come if Plan A is approved. 

Legs 34-36 Maps (Plan B, includes running through Downtown Asheville: (2026)

Leg Summary Chart: (2026...see table bottom for Legs 34-35 Plan A vs Plan B.)

To view a pdf of the Leg Summary Chart CLICK HERE. (pdf)  PDF reflects the chart below and will be updated when course is finalized.