This run is tough, wet, and wild. YOU WILL GET WET! You will run along flat fields next to the river, and through the river four times. Paths wind through mountain laurel, challenging HILLS, numerous switchbacks, singletracks, soft sand, alongside ponds, over roots and rocky spots. The entire loop is "run-able," but is totally acceptable to walk parts of the course. It is a great SUMMER COOL DOWN! Spectators can easily view various sections of the race and are encouraged to beat the first river crossing.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE until 8:00a.m.
The race will be run rain or shine. There will be an alternate course if the river is deemed impassable by emergency management officials.
KIDS RUN is just before awards.
Awards (10K)
Awards (5K)
Awards Ceremony
The awards presentation and door prizes will be held immediately following the run. Awards and door prizes will not be mailed.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
10K Start time: 8:30
5K Start time: 9:00
Kids Run: Before awards.
Pre-Registration Packet Pick-Up
Friday, August 11, 2017 from 5:30-9:00 p.m. at Spruce Pine Chevrolet GMC Buick in Spruce Pine, NC.
Saturday (Race Day), August 12, 2017 Springmaid Mtn. 7:00-8:00 a.m.
Please arrive at least one hour early. Parking is limited inside Springmaid Mountain. Most parking will be at the parking lot adjacent to the SM property. SHUTTLES will be running continously, every two minutes, beginning at 6:45 am. SHUTTLES will be available throughout the race. Participants and others will be able to quickly return back and forth to their cars as needed. Bags can be checked in at registration. To aid in registration, it is highly advised to arrive early.