North Carolina · 5K
Race to the Rock - 5K Run
Race to the Rock - 5K Run is a 5K event held in Chimney Rock, North Carolina. It was last held on August 16, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Chimney Rock, NC
Race details
- Last held
- August 16, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Chimney Rock, North Carolina
- Distances
- 5K
- Official website
- runsignup.com
About the Race to the Rock - 5K Run
IT'S BACK! The Race to the Rock 5K is back! As most of you know, Chimney Rock and Lake Lure were devastated by Hurricane Helene in 2024. While the area is slowly recovering, the Lake Lure Olympiad Committee is pleased to be able to bring back both the Race to the Rock 5K as well as the Slam the Dam 10K, as part of their "Race for Recovery" weekend. Unfortunately, the Lake Lure Triathlon will have to wait another year as the lake is still not up to proper standards for safe swimming. If …
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Race to the Rock - 5K Run: common questions
- When is the Race to the Rock - 5K Run?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Race to the Rock - 5K Run held?
- In Chimney Rock, North Carolina.
- What distances does the Race to the Rock - 5K Run offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Race to the Rock - 5K Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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