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America's only 15 mile race is a scenic but challenging course, starting at our majestic State Capitol, taking you through downtown, rolling through our beautiful hillside neighborhoods, and along Charleston's riverfront.
We are back on the Boone Greenway Trail for the 16th Annual High Country Turkey Trot! Choose from a 5K or 10K timed race or an untimed Fun Run/Walk.
Taking place on Thanksgiving morning, The High Country Turkey Trot is open to competitive runners, casual joggers, walkers, and fun runners. Far from just a race, the event is fun for the entire family and includes a live DJ, photo-staging area, costumes, and a picnic shed full of food and hot drinks.
NEW FOR 2026: We've updated the course route by reducing elevation gain and improving the terrain. That means less hill climbs and more stable footing! The 5K and 10K races will take you on a scenic trip over mixed terrain (gravel, grass, and paved) through the woods via The Greenway and Kennedy Trails. Official course map to revealed soon!
The Fun Run/Walk will utilize all paved trails throughout the park - making it accessible to everyone, including leashed dogs, strollers, wagons, wheelchairs, and other mobility aids.
The High Country Turkey Trot offers prizes for top 3 Men's & Women's finishers in the 5k & 10k timed runs, Finisher Medals for all runners in the 5K and 10K timed runs, and custom High Country Turkey Trot T-Shirts for all entrants*.
All participants are asked to bring non-perishable boxes or canned food items!
The High Country Turkey Trot is LARGEST 5K & 10K in North Carolina's High Country. Join the fun on Thanksgiving morning 2026!
START TIME
10K Timed Race Start Time: 8:50
5K Timed Race Start Time: 9:00
Fun Run/Walk Start Time: 9:10
ROUTE TERRAIN
INTERACTIVE COURSE MAPS: CLICK HERE
5K & 10K RACE: Greenway Trail + Path – partially paved, mostly grass and wooded trail/dirt.
FUN RUN / WALK: Greenway Trail - 100% paved
AWARDS
All finishers will received a custom High Country Turkey Trot finisher medal!
Overall Winners: Top 3 overall men and women will receive custom HCTT swag and a Stick Boy Bread Co. pumpkin pie!
Age Groups: Top 3 in each age group will receive custom HCTT swag! Age groups are as follows: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
FIRST AID PROVIDED BY: Watauga Rescue, stationed at the start/finish line.
The Speedway in Lights 5K returns for its 16th year on Sunday, Nov. 15, when more than 1,000 festive participants will be the first to tour the region's largest and most dazzling holiday lights display when the endurance race begins at 6 p.m.
The run/walk event will wind through the new Speedway In Lights course that has been updated for 2026 with 40 new displays. The 5K will begin near the track’s Entrance No. 2 beside the BMS South Building and make a loop running up and back down the historic quarter-mile Bristol Dragway before returning to the legendary high-banked oval where they will enter the stadium at the track’s pit gate and make a left hand turn down the track’s backstretch in a counterclockwise direction before finally crossing the finish line which will be positioned just before Turn 2.
Registration Pricing:
Online registration opens February 25 and will remain open through November 8. After online registration closes, participants may register on-site the day of the event. Children 3 and under are free (T-shirt and ornament not included).
February 25 – March 31
Adults: $25
Kids (Ages 12 and under): $15
April 1 – July 31
Adults: $35
Kids (Ages 12 and under): $20
August 1 – October 28
Adults: $45
Kids (Ages 12 and under): $25
October 29 – November 8
Adults: $35
Kids (Ages 12 and under): $25
T-Shirt and Ornament not guaranteed
Day-of, On-Site Registration
Adults: $35
Kids (Ages 12 and under): $25
T-shirt and ornament not guaranteed
The Kanawha State Forest Half Marathon and 7K offer runners a challenging and scenic experience deep within one of West Virginia’s most iconic natural areas. Set entirely inside Kanawha State Forest, this race takes you along winding forest roads and wooded routes surrounded by dense trees, rolling terrain, and the quiet atmosphere of the hills. The race will start and finish near the Gift Shop, with a scheduled 9AM start time.
Participants can choose between the Half Marathon for a longer, more demanding effort or the 7K for a shorter but still challenging run. As part of the Cryptid Race Series, this event blends forest adventure with local legend and history. Whether you are racing hard or enjoying the atmosphere, this event delivers a memorable fall running experience.
Shirts guaranteed to everyone who registers by October 8th at Midnight. After this time all extras will be first-come, first-served until supplies run out.
Greetings! The 10th Annual Chad Lovette Memorial Trail Run Hosted by numerous friends and family will be held on 9/27/2025 at Cub Creek Park in Wilkesboro, NC!
For our 10th year, we will be featuring RaceResult chip timing to improve timing accuracy and facilitate near-live results posting. Signs with race-specific QR codes will be posted near the start/finish line so you can scan them with your mobile device to access results. As a result of this upgrade, your race bib will include two RFID tags affixed to the back of the bib. Please take care not to fold or crinkle the tagged bib as this can damage the RFID tags and potentially cause you to be missed by the timer’s HF readers.
Afterparty plans are to be announced later.
We look forward to welcoming newcomers and past participants for this fun trail run. Also available -- the virtual fun run/walk option for those that are not able to make it in person (but who really want that T-shirt!) Proceeds go to the American Cancer Society, specifically The Steel Magnolia's Battle/Necessary Relay for Life Team.
A donation of $150 or more gets your name on the back of the race T-shirt and two free T's. Please reach out to [email protected] for more info.
We now have Facebook and Instagram pages (@ChadLovetteMemorialTrailRun) and hope that you will follow us tag us in a photo or video when completing your run/walk. Interested in being a race sponsor?
NOTE:
Registration: Registration will be available on-line through September 26 at noon. Day of race registration will be available, but no T-shirts will be available for registrations after September 14. The Virtual Trail Run/Walk will be active through October 4th to allow the donation portal to remain open.
More about our beloved Chad Lovette and the inspiration for this run: Chad was a native of Wilkes County and passed away on July 9, 2016 after an extended battle with brain cancer. Chad was a graduate of Wilkes Central High School and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He was a singer/songwriter and most enjoyed playing music with his brother, Shay, and with his band, Green House.. His passions were traveling far and wide, hiking, surfing, camping, and living large with his family and friends. This race is in honor of Chad's love for life, the outdoors, music, and fellowship. Join us!
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The Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra is one of North Carolina’s most iconic point-to-point trail races. Held each September, this epic endurance challenge connects Pilot Mountain State Park to Hanging Rock State Park, offering a truly unforgettable ultra-marathon experience. With race options including the 50 Mile Ultra, the 50K Ultra, and the 50 Mile Relay, athletes of all levels can take on the rugged beauty of the Sauratown Mountains. Known for its tough climbs, technical trails, and stunning scenery, PM2HR is a bucket-list race for trail runners and ultra-distance athletes.
The 50 Mile course features over 7,500 feet of elevation gain, while the 50K course delivers more than 4,000 feet of climbing—making this race as challenging as it is rewarding. The 50 Mile Relay allows teams to split the distance and share in the adventure together. Whether you’re racing solo or with friends, PM2HR will test your grit, your endurance, and your love for the trails.
Why Run the Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra?
Scenic point-to-point course: Travel from the iconic knob of Pilot Mountain to the rocky cliffs and waterfalls of Hanging Rock State Park.
Elevation that tests you: With over 7,500 feet of climbing in the 50 Mile and 4,000+ feet in the 50K, this ultra delivers a challenge worthy of your training.
Relay option: Not ready for the full ultra? Grab your teammates and split the miles in the 50 Mile Relay.
Ultra experience: A mix of singletrack, fire roads, and tough mountain terrain gives you everything an ultra should.
Community spirit: Preview runs, virtual clinics, and on-course support create a welcoming environment for both first-time ultrarunners and seasoned veterans.
Epic finish line: Celebrate with your hard-earned medal, memories, and trail glory.
Race Details
Distances: 50 Mile Ultra, 50K Ultra, 50 Mile Relay
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: Pilot Mountain State Park to Hanging Rock State Park, North Carolina
Elevation: 50 Mile – 7,500+ ft gain | 50K – 4,000+ ft gain
Course terrain: Technical singletrack, rugged climbs, steep descents, and fire roads
Who Should Run PM2HR?
This race is ideal for:
Trail runners seeking a challenging and scenic ultra in North Carolina
Athletes looking for a point-to-point ultra with significant elevation gain
Relay teams who want to share in a mountain adventure together
Runners training for longer ultras who want a demanding 50K or 50M test
Anyone who wants to experience both Pilot Mountain State Park and Hanging Rock State Park in one epic race
Be part of the adventure
The Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra & Relay is more than a race—it’s a journey through two of North Carolina’s most beautiful state parks, a test of endurance, and a celebration of trail running community. Whether you’re in it for the challenge, the camaraderie, or the breathtaking scenery, PM2HR delivers an experience you’ll never forget.
Join our 10th annual Camp Bethel PEP! 5K Run and Walk fundraiser! This 5K race covers some of the many trails, fields, and forests on the 470 acres of Camp Bethel, making it ideal for runners who wear spikes. Your fee (and sponsors) will benefit Camp Bethel. $40.00 Participant Fee includes fully stocked water/aid stations, a race t-shirt and swag, pre-and-post-race snacks and drinks, BRUNCH, good ole fashioned PEP!, and fun for everyone. Register by August 21, 2026 to guarantee your race t-shirt! Sponsor the run to make it more fun! Join us: for health, for fellowship, and for Camp Bethel!
HAROC: Hanging Rock Challenge
Discover Adventure Where the Piedmont Meets the PeaksExperience the beauty, challenge, and thrill of HAROC (Hanging Rock Challenge), a race that showcases the rugged majesty of Hanging Rock State Park. Whether you're taking on the 50K ultra or the 25k, this race is your gateway to some of North Carolina's most stunning terrain—massive boulders, sweeping vistas, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and trails that will push your limits and reward your spirit.We’re thrilled to host this race in the park that inspired our love of the mountains. HAROC is more than just a race—it's a journey through the landscapes that shaped Tanawha Adventures and a chance for runners to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of this mountain oasis in the Piedmont.
Race Highlights:
Technical Trails: Rocky, rooty, and relentlessly fun, these trails will test your agility and endurance.Breathtaking Scenery: From dramatic cliffs to serene waterfalls, every mile offers a reason to stop and take it in (if you can afford to pause!).Personal Challenge: With significant elevation gain and time limits that demand focus, HAROC is perfect for runners looking to push themselves.Winter Adventure: Held in the heart of winter, HAROC offers a unique cold-weather challenge with a backup date (February 14th) in case of significant ice or snow.
50K Course Details:
Start Time: 8:00 AMDistance: 30.6 milesElevation Gain: ~5,100 feetTime Limit: 9.5 hoursTrail Miles: ~30 milesPavement Miles: ~0.7 milesAid Stations: 4
25k Course Details:
Start Time: 9:00 AMDistance: 15.8 milesElevation Gain: ~2,800 feetTime Limit: 6 hoursTrail Miles: ~15 milesPavement Miles: ~0.7 milesAid Stations: 2
Why HAROC?
This race offers a rare opportunity to run through a park that perfectly blends rugged mountain terrain with Piedmont charm. The technical challenges and stunning scenery make it a must-do for trail runners of all experience levels. With a mix of climbing, descending, and exhilarating flat stretches, HAROC promises an unforgettable adventure for everyone who laces up.Spots are limited, and demand is high. Don’t miss your chance to take on this epic challenge in one of North Carolina’s most iconic parks.
About Tanawha Adventures:
At Tanawha Adventures, we aim to Run. Inspire. Conserve. Founded in 2016, we design races that connect runners with the landscapes that inspire us. From the technical beauty of our courses to our commitment to conservation efforts, every race we host aims to protect and celebrate the wild spaces we love.Become part of our journey to preserve and share North Carolina’s most incredible trails.Join one of our next events
Event's current local time: 5:10 AM ET
Leatherwood Introduction Leatherwood 100 Miler Total Distance - 106.97 Miles Elevation Gain - 25,145 Leatherwood 100K Total Distance - 64.15 Miles Elevation Gain - 15,095 Leatherwood 50 Miler Total Distance - 53.15 Miles Elevation Gain - 11,944 Leatherwood 50K Total Distance - 32.1 Miles Elevation Gain - 6,989 Leatherwood 25K Total Distance - 16.35 Miles Elevation Gain - 3,235 Leatherwood Marathons 🌲 LEATHERWOOD ULTRAAPRIL 3, 2027 – FERGUSON, NCHOSTED BY DIRTY WOLF RACING🐺 THE TRAIL TAKES WHAT IT WANTSRace Manual - https://docs.google.com/document/d/17qV1zXvc3I_6c_myHHhhBEITDVbFLsydhKBzj-fqcTE/edit?usp=sharingThis is not a race. It’s a ritual.A trial by mountain. A slow unmaking.Set deep in the ancient folds of the Leatherwood Mountains — on private trails where few humans go, and fewer return unchanged — this course does not welcome you. It tolerates you, for a time.Each loop is a reckoning.Each climb is a question.And if you're lucky, by the end, you'll have an answer worth bleeding
for.🌘 THE FOREST DOESN’T SLEEPThe trail is marked — technically. Orange ribbons and yellow arrows guide the way. But after a few loops, the signs start to blur.The switchbacks feel longer.The air feels heavier.Maybe it’s just the hunger.Or maybe the trail remembers everyone who’s ever quit here.🕗 RACE DAY – APRIL 3RDGates open: 7:00 AMBib Pickup: 7:10–7:50 AMRace Start: 8:00 AM SHARPCourse closes: Sunday 8:00 PM100-Miler Cutoff: 36 hours — no exceptions, no mercyEarly packet pickup available Friday — in case you want to walk the starting line before it takes you.🔥 AID STATIONS — WHERE THE LIVING GATHERStocked with:Water, Tailwind, sodaCandy, bacon, fruit, picklesSalt. You’ll need it.Basic first aid — but the real wounds run deeper🎖️ FOR THOSE WHO FINISHHandmade pottery medal — no plastic, no mass production. Just mud, fire, and form.Race swag for allResults posted on UltraSignupPhotos released one week after (assuming the cameras survived)Tag your moments of madness:@dir
ty_wolf_racing#leatherwoodmarathons #dirtywolfracing🐾 RULES OF THE RITUALNo dogs. No strollers. No ghosts.No refunds. If the weather turns, so do the odds — but the race goes onNo unregistered runners. You face this aloneDeferments available by request — but only before the forest has your name Accomodations 🏕️ SLEEP CLOSE TO THE SHADOWSCabinsLeatherwood Mountains Cabins – 45+ rustic hideawaysSome have hot tubs… though water won’t wash away what this trail will do to youBook direct: leatherwoodmountains.com | 336-973-4142CampingCreekside Campground – Tent & RV sites with water, power, and flickering lightsCall 336-973-5044 to reserveSleep lightly. The woods never do.🩻 REGISTER IF YOU DARELeatherwood doesn’t care about your pace, your crew, or your polished training plan.It only wants to know one thing:What are you willing to leave behind to finish?Sign up. Show up. Suffer.And maybe — if it lets you — come back changed.https://www.leatherwoodmountains.com/Book NowTheir creekside c
ampground offers 20 & 30 amp breaker sites and h20 hook ups for RV or tent camping. Shower and bathroom facilities are located in the barn area. Call 336-973-5044 for campground reservations. Campsite are limited. Event's current local time: 5:26 AM ET
High Knob Hellbender 10K
This challenging 6.2-mile race boasts more than a 2,000-foot elevation gain as it climbs from downtown Norton to the 4,200-foot High Knob summit. High Knob is the highest point in the Cumberland Mountain range. The 13th annual climb will be held October 3, 2026. Additional updates about the race can be found by visiting our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/highknobhellbender), website (www.highknobhellbender.wordpress.com) and Instagram page (www.instagram.com/hellbender10k).
Event's current local time: 4:39 AM ET
Flag Rock 5K Trail Run
The Flag Rock 5K Trail Run is part of the High Knob Outdoor Fest. The race is held on the City of Norton's Flag Rock Area Trails system in Flag Rock Recreation Area. See https://explorenortonva.com/flag-rock-area-trails/ and https://explorenortonva.com/flag-rock-recreation-area/ for more details on the trail system and recreation area. The High Knob Outdoor Fest is a weeklong festival highlighting the High Knob Region's abundant non-motorized outdoor adventures. The festival, which will be held Aug. 8-15, 2026, offers outdoor trips, activities, and presentations all focused on getting more people outdoors. All proceeds from this event benefit the continuation of the High Knob Outdoor Fest. Visit https://www.highknoboutdoorfest.com for more details. This event is hosted by the High Knob Outdoor Fest, High Knob Destination Center, and City of Norton.
Event's current local time: 4:14 AM ET
Woodbooger 5K General Info
The Woodbooger 5K is part of the annual Woodbooger Festival held in the City of Norton, Virginia. The race is held on city's Flag Rock Area Trails system in Flag Rock Recreation Area. See https://explorenortonva.com/flag-rock-area-trails/ and https://explorenortonva.com/flag-rock-recreation-area/ for more details on the trail system and recreation area.The Woodbooger Festival is a three-day festival highlighting Norton's natural resources, folklore, and history, including the mythical Woodbooger, a Bigfoot-like creature rumored to roam Flag Rock Recreation Area. The festival, which will be held Sept. 25-27, offers a variety of family friendly activities. See https://nortonva.gov/509/Woodbooger-Festival for a full festival schedule. All proceeds from this event benefit the continuation of the Woodbooger Festival.This event is hosted by the City of Norton.
Event's current local time: 4:36 AM ET
About
The Mountain Fork Half Marathon is a 13.6-mile race that starts and finishes at the High Knob Observation Tower in Wise County.The race loops through the scenic Mountain Fork watershed, primarily on Forest Service roads, before finishing back at the High Knob Observation Tower.The High Knob Observation Tower stands atop the highest point in the Cumberland Mountains and is located on the Jefferson National Forest's Clinch Ranger District. High Knob's elevation rests at 4,200 feet. Five states can be seen from the tower's platform, including a 360-degree view of peaks as far away as the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and West Virginia.The seventh annual Mountain Fork Half Marathon will be held Sunday, September 20, 2026. All race proceeds benefit ongoing trail development and maintenance on the Flag Rock Area Trails system in the City of Norton's Flag Rock Recreation Area and on High Knob.See www.facebook.com/mtnforkhalf for race updates.
Course Information
The Mountain Fork Half Marathon is a 13.6-mile race that begins at the High Knob Observation Tower on the Jefferson National Forest's Clinch Ranger District. The elevation is approximately 4,200 feet above sea level at the race starting line in the parking lot below the tower. Course Directions: Runners head down the paved High Knob Observation Tower approach road. Turn left onto the paved Forest Road 238.Travel a half mile on Forest Road 238 before turning left again onto State Route 619.Travel State Route 619 almost 1.7 miles before turning left onto Forest Road 704.Travel Forest Road 704 for 5.5 miles before transitioning onto State Route 706. Travel State Route 706 for just under 0.4 miles and turn left at junction for Forest Road 238/Robin Road/Robinson Road.Travel Forest Road 238 for 5.2 miles back to High Knob Observation Tower approach road. Make a slight left onto approach road and climb .15 miles to the finish line.Total Elevation Gain: 1,600 feet.See https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2769769660 for course map.
Race Day 2026
Packet pick-up will be held from 7:30-8:30 a.m. on September 20, 2026 at the City of Norton's Reservoir Trailhead located off State Route 619 and three miles above downtown Norton (Driving Directions). Runners will park at the registration site and will then be shuttled by Mountain Empire Older Citizens' bus service to the start/finish line at the High Knob Observation Tower between 8:30-8:45 a.m. Runners will then be shuttled back to their vehicles after the race. Your race packet will include your race T-shirt and bib/pins. Restroom Facilities: We will have portable toilets at the race start/finish line. Race Start: The race begins at 9 a.m. and will start and finish in the High Knob Observation Tower parking area. Race day announcements will be held at 8:55 a.m. Total elevation gain for the Mountain Fork Half is 1,600 feet.The race route is an OPEN course. Please be aware that vehicles will be on the road throughout the race. Please make sure you are as visible as possible — this race includes sharp and blind curves. The finish line will be located in the parking area at the stone steps that approach the tower. We will have a safety vehicle bringing up the rear of the race.Timing/Finish Line: We will be hand timing this race. We ask that all runners have their bibs on display as they cross the finish line. Awards will be presented to the top three men and women overall winners and the overall masters man and woman (age 40 and up). We will also have age group awards for the top three men and women in the following categories: 29 and under; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; and 60 and over. We will also have finisher medals for all runners that cross the finish line.Aid Stations: We will have aid stations located at approximately the 2.3-, 5-, 7.8-, and 11.5-mile markers. Time limit: All runners must complete the course by 12:30 p.m.
Event's current local time: 4:33 AM ET
SATURDAY - November 28 - 9:00AM Start Time
Saint Albans High School
This is a FREE TIMED Race with donations being collected to go towards the Putnam County Animal Shelter.
Shirts will be for sale during registration for $20.00 if you would like a commemorative race shirt (MUST be ordered by November 13th).
In addition, we are also collecting race day donations for the Putnam County Animal Shelter. Dog/Cat Food, Liter, Toys, etc. If you want to bring a donation we will be collecting/delivering everything to the shelter.
This is Race #1 of the Kanawha Valley 5K Winter Series.
The event will take place at Saint Albans High School on January 1, 2027 (Race Starts at 2PM).
Race into the New Year 5K - Pricing
Sept 1 - Oct 31 = $25
Nov 1 - Dec 25 = $30
Dec 26 - Dec 31 = $35
Race Day = $50
(Shirt Order Deadline is December 11 at midnight - due to the holidays we have to place the order earlier than normal).
Packet Pickup Friday is from 7 to 9 PM at Appalachian Sun Brewery, 221 South Sycamore Street, Elizabethton, TN 37643. Packets can also be picked up Saturday morning from 7:30 to 8:30 AM at the Road Race.
The Omnium and Time Trial are pre-registration only!! Late registration for the Road Race is available on Friday evening and Saturday morning during Packet Pickup (see above) for an Insanely High Late Fee of $35. There is NO late registration for the Time Trial or the Omnium. Late registration for the Criterium is Friday during Packet Pickup or on-site on Sunday, with no late fee. Race a second Criterium for only $30, online or day of. Please help us out and pre-register for everything online!!
2025 Carter County Omnium winners, National Champions, and World Champions are eligible for free entry, but must e-mail [email protected] with your name, license #, the specific Omnium above that should be free, a quote about the Omnium, and your race resume by 8/5/26 to receive free entry. No free entry after 8/5/26. Upon compliance and verification, we will e-mail you a coupon code to use at checkout.