1025 Table Rock State Park Road, Pickens SC
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Runners and families are invited to enjoy the great outdoors on the doorstep of the Blue Ridge Mountains in northwest South Carolina. The scenic 5k course is great for novice trail runners and experienced racers alike. The single track trails meander along and across scenic Carrick Creek from the nature center as you climb toward Pinnacle Mountain. After a short climb, the 5k runners will race downhill, looping back toward the start/finish line.
Up for more of a challenge? The 15k race course, which is currently closer to a 17K, will test the most seasoned trail runners. It follows the same route as the 5k for the first two miles. However, the 15k course climbs nearly 2000 feet over the first 5 miles:
Event Date: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Don't forget your $6.00 entry fee into the park at the front gate. We love our SC parks!
Awards for First, Second, and Third place overall winners.
First place Age group awards will also be given.
Please enter the park at the West Gate and turn left at the Country Store, driving past the start/finish line to park at the Pinnacle Pavilion.
For more information and to register, visit: Koala Bottle Table Rock 15K & 5K.
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