Eastbound Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race

Choose between a half marathon or 5K trail race that takes place on challenging singletrack with over 1,000 ft of elevation gain.

Activity

Trail Running

Total Distance

Half Marathon/5K

Location

Charlotte, NC

Half Marathon

Pre-registration $75

Last day to pre-register is October 29, 2026

$75

Day-of Registration $80

$80

Pre-registration $42

Last day to pre-register is October 29,, 2026

$42

Day-of Registration $47

$47

Packet Pick-up

October 30th 5:00pm-7:00pm

South Conference Center

5:00pm-7:00pm

Schedule

Friday, October 30, 2026

Packet-Pick Up Begins in Conference Center 5:00pm

Packet-Pick Up Ends in Conference Center 7:00pm

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Day of packet pick-up opens 7:00am

Course opens (runners must start within 5 minutes of designated start time) 8:00am

Course closes (official times no longer recorded) 12:00pm

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Day of packet pick-up opens 7:00am

Course opens (runners must start within 5 minutes of designated start time) 8:00am

Course closes (official times no longer recorded 9:00am

- The Half Marathon will complete two laps of East Main
- Aid stations include hydration and select food/snacks
- Waiver Policy
  - All participants must sign the Whitewater Center Assumption of Risk Agreement before participating.
  - Waiver may be printed and brought to packet pick-up or completed on site.
  - The waiver is not included in the online registration form.
- Refund and Transfer Policy
  - Race Registration is non-refundable.
- Trail Safety
  - Trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers at all times.
  - Communicate when passing other trail users.
  - No E-bikes or any form of powered transportation are permitted in any Whitewater Race Series events.
- Weather Policy
  - Events are scheduled to proceed rain or shine.
  - The Whitewater Center reserves the right to alter/reschedule/cancel any Whitewater Race Series event at any time.
- Parking Policy
  - The Whitewater Center has a $13 daily parking fee. Annual parking passes are available for $45.
- Emergency Policy
  - The Whitewater Center does not conduct trail rescues.
  - Participants must call 911 if emergency services are needed.
  - Emergency location markers are located within the trail system.
- East Main Aid Station: Hydration only
- Prairie Dog Aid Station: Hydration & food available