Community "Run at the Rock" 5K (Run at the Rock 5K Trail Run)

🗓️ Event Details

Join us at Woodland High School for the 2nd Annual "Run at the Rock" 5K Community Race! “The Rock” is a legendary cross-country trail run that’s cemented its place in North Georgia XC racing history!

• Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
• 5K Start Time: 8:00 AM
• 1 Mile Start Time: 8:45 AM
• Location: 800 Old Alabama Rd. SE, Cartersville, GA 30120

🏃‍♂️ Race Course Information

This thrilling course, a mix of grass and rugged trails, offers runners the ultimate challenge: the notorious 90-foot ascent up "The Rock" in the second mile. It's more than a race—it’s a test of grit, determination, and the pursuit of glory. Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing a competitive 5K time or just looking for a fun and adventurous Saturday run, the reward of conquering The Rock awaits!

• 5K Challenge: Experience the ascent of "The Rock."
• 1-Mile Fun Run: A loop for our younger athletes.
• Finishing Spot: Both events finish in the same location.
• Route Map: Available at the bottom of the Run Sign Up registration page.

📋 Race Day Logistics

• Pre-Registration Entry Fees: Until Monday 11/10/2025 at 11:00 PM:
  • $30 5K
  • $20 1 Mile
• Race-Day Fees:
  • $40 5K
  • $30 1M
• Packet Pickup: Pre-Registration from 4:00-8:00 PM at Big Peach Running Co Cartersville on Friday 11/14/2025.
• Day-of-Packet Pickup: Opens at 6:30 AM, closes at 7:30 AM. Race Day registration prices will increase to $30 and no T-shirt will be guaranteed.

🚗 Parking Information

Woodland High School now only has one main entrance that is located directly in between both former entrances. Continue straight once entering campus to enter the athletic grounds, and parking will be available in the gravel lots by the softball field and tennis courts, or on grass along the gravel road that leads to our XC course. Overflow parking will be available by the football field or our student parking lot by the main school building. Please scroll to the bottom of the Run Sign Up registration page to see a site map / parking layout.

👕 Shirt Sizes Available

• Adult S-XXL
• Youth S-L

🏆 Awards Information

5K Awards:

• Top 3 Overall: Male & Female
• Overall Masters: Male & Female
• Medals: Top 3 in each age category: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

1 Mile Awards:

• Top 3: Male & Female Overall
• Medals: Top 3 in each age category: 10 & Under, 11-14

☔ Event Status

Please Note this is a Rain or Shine Event!