Clawson-Burnley Park, Boone NC
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
High Country Turkey Trot 5k & 10k
Date: November 27, 2025
Location: Clawson-Burnley Park, Boone, NC
Event Overview
- Race Types: Choose from a 5k or 10k timed trail race or an untimed 5k Fun Run/Walk.
- Scenic Routes: The 5k and 10k trail races will take you on a scenic trip through the woods via The Greenway and Kennedy Trails.
- Paved Trails: The Fun Run/Walk 5k will utilize all paved trails throughout the park.
- Additional Features: We’ll also have a live DJ on site!
Prizes & Charitable Donations
- Awards: Prizes for top 3 Men's & Women's finishers in the 5k & 10k timed runs.
- Finisher Medals: All runners in the 5k and 10k timed runs will receive Finisher Medals.
- Custom T-Shirts: All entrants will receive custom High Country Turkey Trot T-Shirts.
- Food Donation: All participants are asked to bring non-perishable boxes or canned food items!
Start Times
- 10k Timed Trail Race: Start Time: 8:50 AM
- 5k Timed Trail Race: Start Time: 9:00 AM
- Fun Run/Walk: Will begin once all timed runners have cleared the start line.
Route Terrain
- Interactive Course Maps: CLICK HERE
- 5k & 10k Race: Greenway Trail + Path – partially paved, mostly grass and wooded trail/dirt.
- Fun Run/Walk: Greenway Trail - 100% paved.
Awards
- All Finishers: Will receive a custom High Country Turkey Trot finisher medal!
- Overall Winners: Top 3 overall men and women will receive custom HCTT swag and a Stick Boy Bread Co. pumpkin pie!
- Age Groups: Top 3 in each age group will receive custom HCTT swag! Age groups are: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
- First Aid Provided By: Watauga Rescue, stationed at the start/finish line.
Join Us!
The High Country Turkey Trot is the LARGEST 5k & 10k in the High Country. Join the fun on Thanksgiving morning 2025!
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