W. Gate Road, Pickens SC
Saturday, March 6th, 2027
Updates for 2027 Races Coming Soon!
Potential Updates to Course, Location, Time
New Swag, Apparel, Medals, and More!
Registration Set to Open for This Race on September 1st
The First 100 Participants Receive Custom Race Socks
Welcome to the Mountain’s Challenge
- Challenge: So, you wish to walk among the clouds? Then lace up, for this journey takes you over the mighty backs of Pinnacle Mountain and the legendary Table Rock, two of South Carolina’s tallest guardians of stone.
- Trails: These trails? They ain't gentle. They’re steep, rocky, and relentless—but also stunningly beautiful. Every switchback, every climb, every gasping moment rewards you with panoramic views most only dream of.
- Moment: And when your legs tremble at the summit, the mountains whisper: You are strong. You are worthy.
Why You’ll Love (and Respect) This Race
- Bear Crawl 25k: One brutal loop
- Foothills 50k: Two soul-shaping laps
- Elevation: 16,000 feet of elevation change
- Summits: Summits of Pinnacle & Table Rock
- Community: A tight-knit tribe of trail runners to share the journey with
Race Day Details
- Where: Table Rock State Park – Use West Gate Road
- When: March 6th, 2027 – Both races start at 8:00am sharp
- Start/Finish & Packet Pickup: Pinnacle Pavilion (90 min prior)
- Course Map: View the COURSE MAP HERE
Stay a While, Will Ya?
- Location: Table Rock is a gem of the Southeast—3,000 acres of rugged beauty, peaceful lakes, and cozy cabins.
- Weekend: Make a weekend of it!
- Challenge: So… are ya ready to Conquer the Rock?
- Come climb with us.
- Come suffer with us.
- Come rise with us.
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