Trail · 100 Miler

Cruel Jewel 100


Blue Ridge, GA

Hardrock QualifierWSER Qualifier

Cruel Jewel 100 is a trail race of 106 miles (171 km) in Blue Ridge, Georgia. The next edition is on Friday, May 14, 2027. The race gives its climbing as 25,381 ft (7,736 m). It starts at 1,947 ft (594 m) above sea level. Its high point is 4,250 ft (1,295 m). The course finishes where it starts. It's a Hardrock 100 qualifier and a Western States 100 qualifier. Registration is open to all.

There are 8 other upcoming 100-mile races in Georgia. Cruel Jewel 100 climbs about 239 ft a mile (45 m per km), steeper than 65% of the 142 100-mile races listed with their climbing.

104miDistance
25,381ftClimbing
73°Flow 56°FTypical race day

The course

104miMeasured distance
—Aid stations
25,381ftMeasured climb
25,341ftDescent
4,250ftHigh point
1,781ftLow point

Questions about Cruel Jewel 100

When is Cruel Jewel 100 2027?

Cruel Jewel 100 2027 is on Friday, May 14, 2027.

Where is Cruel Jewel 100?

Cruel Jewel 100 is held in Blue Ridge, Georgia.

How long is Cruel Jewel 100?

Cruel Jewel 100 is 106 miles (171 km); its course file measures 104 miles.

How much elevation gain does Cruel Jewel 100 have?

Cruel Jewel 100 has 25,381 ft (7,736 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.

Is Cruel Jewel 100 a Western States qualifier?

Yes. Cruel Jewel 100 is on the Western States 100's list of qualifying races. Check wser.org for the qualifying standard and years.

How do you get into Cruel Jewel 100?

Cruel Jewel 100 has open registration.

What is the weather usually like at Cruel Jewel 100?

Around Cruel Jewel 100's date, the day's high is typically about 73°F (23°C) and the low about 56°F (13°C), averaged over recent years.

Where can I see the Cruel Jewel 100 elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?

runfarwhere has Cruel Jewel 100's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.

How hilly is Cruel Jewel 100?

Cruel Jewel 100 climbs about 239 ft a mile (45 m per km), steeper than 65% of the 142 100-mile races listed with their climbing.

What other 100-mile races are there in Georgia?

Other upcoming 100-mile races in Georgia include Chattabrewchee Invitational (November 21, 2026), The New Gemini 100 (November 28, 2026) and Fierce Dragon (H9) (January 12, 2027).

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