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GTC Paris Mountain Road Race

Greenville, SC

Sat, Dec 5, 2026

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When

Saturday, December 5th, 2026

Where

Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Greenville SC

Distance

Typical weather

On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years

2025

3843°F

rain

2024

3155°F

dry

2023

3656°F

dry

2022

3647°F

rain

2021

4962°F

dry

2020

3753°F

dry

2019

3858°F

dry

2018

3145°F

dry

2017

4961°F

rain

2016

4158°F

rain

Best months to race in South Carolina

About this race

General Race Information

  • Race Type: The Paris Mountain Road Race 10k is a hilly run around the base of Paris Mountain.
  • Start/Finish Location: Starts and finishes at Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 6150 Old Buncombe Rd., Greenville, SC.
  • Elevation Gain: The total elevation gain over the 10K distance is roughly 1500 feet.
  • Race Difficulty: The Paris Mountain Road Race 20k features over 2500 vertical feet of elevation gain, 89 curves, and hills at 15% grade, making it the TOUGHEST RACE IN THE SOUTH.

Race Course Details

  • Starting Point: The race starts at Redeemer Presbyterian Church.
  • Course Description: It ascends the north side of Paris Mountain, descends on the south side, and uses the hilly back roads at the base of the mountain to return.
  • Stroller and Pet Policy: Sorry, but strollers and dogs are not permitted in the Paris Mountain Road Races.
  • More Information: For additional details, visit the race's official page.

Course map

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