Catamount Climb Half Marathon & 5K

Event Overview

The 2027 Catamount Climb Half Marathon and 5K will be hosted on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC along the banks of the Tuckasegee River. The 5K course is completely on campus and navigates through the heart of campus with moderate elevation change. The half marathon course starts on campus, and then heads off campus for a few miles before returning back to campus for the finish line.

The Catamount Climb Half Marathon and 5K (formerly known as Valley of the Lilies) is hosted by the Western Carolina University Department of Campus Recreation and School of Health Sciences. All race proceeds go to support student professional development and academic scholarships.

Race Packets

• Inclusions: Each registered participant will receive a race packet that includes a race t-shirt, a race bib, and various coupons and other sponsorship materials.
• Medals: Finisher Medals will be given to all half-marathon finishers as well.
• Pick Up: Packet Pick Up will occur on April 16th, 2027 from 3pm-7pm at the WCU Campus Recreation Center, and on April 17th, 2027 from 6:30am - 7:30am at the same location.

Awards

Half Marathon:

• Finisher Medals: Finisher medals are awarded to all half marathon finishers.
• Overall Winners: Awards are given to the overall male and female winner, overall master's male and female winner.
• Age Groups: Awards for the top three male and female in each age group: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

5K:

• Awards: Custom medals are provided to the overall male and female winner, overall master's male and female winner.
• Age Groups: Top three male and female in each age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

Event Details

• Date: April 17, 2027
• Location: 379 Memorial Drive, Cullowhee, NC
• Registration: Sign up at this link.