Conquer the Mud: Inside the Gritty Chix Mud Run Course

If you’re looking for a mud-splattered adventure that combines fun, fitness, and camaraderie, the Gritty Chix Mud Run at ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill, West Virginia, is your perfect challenge. This annual event offers participants the choice between two courses: the 5K Tenacious Trail and the shorter Moxie Mile. Both routes are meant to test your endurance and determination, all while ensuring a good time going through our extra muddy obstacles!The Tenacious Trail 5K offers an uphill climb right from the start, with new obstacles along the trail this year! If the Moxie Mile is more your style, you’ll head across the dam, around the lake, and then straight into the mud. Both trails converge on the mud obstacle course, with a few additional mud-holes on the Tenacious Trail. Obstacles have varying degrees of difficulty, but all are manageable. Upper body strength is helpful, and you have the option to bypass any obstacle you’re not comfortable tackling. The motto is: go for it before going around it! It’s all about excitement, laughter, and camaraderie, so applause, hoots, hollers, and lending a helping hand are encouraged.Once you hit the sand, you’re in the final stretch. Sprint, walk, skip, or jog to the finish line to receive your hard-earned medal. Pose for some muddy photos to share your accomplishment with friends and family. Head to the rinse station and make your way to the shower shuttle. ACE Adventure Resort provides several facilities for you to get ready for the next part of your day. Don’t forget to cheer for your fellow finishers—the more noise, the better! After the race, the fun doesn’t stop. While waiting for the music to start and awards to be announced, explore other activities at the resort. Enjoy views of the gorge on a zipline trip, rent bikes, or hike to breathtaking overlooks and waterfalls. If you’re worn out, a lake day  at the waterpark is just what you need. Bring the whole family to play on over fifty different inflatable toys on the three-acre spring-fed lake while you relax at the beachside. Don’t forget to refuel at The Lost Paddle, where chefs have perfected classic American bar and grill dishes, including award-winning woodfired pizza. Grab a campsite for the weekend to relax fireside after dancing the night away with some of your favorite bands.The Gritty Chix Mud Run isn’t just about getting dirty; it’s about connecting with an incredible, supportive community.Whether you’re with a team or flying solo, you’re guaranteed to make tons of new friends. While the course might seem challenging, the event is designed to ensure that participants succeed, with support every muddy step of the way to celebrate your achievements. Mark your calendar for June 21st, 2025, and prepare to embrace the mud, the obstacles, and the unforgettable memories that come with being a Gritty Chick.