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When
Saturday, April 24th, 2027
Where
Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Huddleston VA
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
49–70°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2026
55–81°F
dry
2025
54–74°F
dry
2024
54–72°F
dry
2023
42–63°F
dry
2022
55–83°F
dry
2021
41–56°F
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2020
53–71°F
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2019
58–79°F
dry
2018
48–55°F
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2017
48–51°F
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2027-04-24
- Location: Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Huddleston, VA
- Course: Well-marked, professionally timed race
- Suitability: Suitable for participants of all ages and activity levels
Sponsorship and Proceeds
- Sponsor: Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Inc.
- Organization Type: Volunteer 501(c)(3) organization
- Benefits: Proceeds support park improvements, environmental education, and community outreach
- Link: Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Timing and Awards
- Chip Timing: Provided by Run Roanoke
- Post-Race Refreshments: Recovery drinks, fruit, and energy bars
- Awards: Custom awards for top overall and age group finishers
- Race Shirt: High-quality moisture-wicking performance shirt
Race Details
- Registration Deadline: Friday, April 2
- Event Website: Osprey 10K Run / 5K Run-Walk
- 5K Event Time: Saturday, April 24 | 9:00-10:30 am
- 10K Event Time: Saturday, April 24 | 9:00-10:30 am
Osprey 5K Course
- Distance: 3.12 miles (GPS-measured)
- Total Elevation Gain: 217 feet
- Course Start: Starts at the Beach Pavilion
- Course Highlights: Scenic views and moderate ups and downs
Osprey 10K Course
- Distance: 6.19 miles (GPS-measured)
- Total Elevation Gain: 363 feet
- Course Features: Expanded lake views and additional challenges
- Course Start: Follows the same initial route as the 5K
Additional Course Information
- 5K Highlights: Moderate uphill, scenic lake views through wooded sections
- 10K Highlights: Easy rolling terrain, second water stop with expansive lake views
- 10K Challenge: Out-and-back segment with steepest portion of the course
- Finish Line: Faces the same direction as the start for both races
We Look Forward to Seeing You!
We look forward to seeing you on April 24!
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