In 389 days · Sat, Aug 28, 2027
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When
Saturday, August 28th, 2027
Where
2401 State Park Rd, Greenville SC
Distance
1 Mile
Typical weather
67–86°F · some rain risk
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2025
61–79°F
dry
2024
67–95°F
dry
2023
71–88°F
rain
2022
69–90°F
dry
2021
71–91°F
dry
2020
74–85°F
dry
2019
64–88°F
dry
2018
69–90°F
dry
2017
65–81°F
dry
2016
72–87°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Why run down when you can run up?
Race Details
- Date: 2027-08-28
- Location: 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC
- Type: 1-mile, uphill-only road race
- Website: GTC Upville Mile
Course Description
- Route: Located in Paris Mountain State Park
- Difficulty: One of the toughest uphill 1-mile segments in the Upstate
- Comparison: Similar in steepness to Altamont Road and road up Sassafras Mountain
- Average Grade: 8.2% with an elevation gain of 460 feet
Running Challenge
- Recommendation: Practice on this route before you race
- Preparation: Expect to take short walk breaks
- Audience: Ideal for those who enjoy a running challenge
- Expectations: The course will not disappoint
Race Director
John Hart, Race Director
Course map
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