Ache Around the Lake
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Tryon, North Carolina
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 20th Annual Ache Around the Lake, taking place on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, in the charming town of Tryon, NC. This unique running event invites participants to embrace the stunning landscapes of Lake Lanier, with a challenging 8K course stretching 4.97 miles across the picturesque terrains of both Landrum, SC, and Tryon, NC.
The race kicks off at 8 AM, with the Ouch 2 Mile starting shortly after at 8:05 AM, followed by a fun-filled 1 Mile Kids Fun Run at 8:15 AM. Runners will navigate through hilly terrain, featuring thrilling inclines and engaging challenges, making it perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. Aid stations will be conveniently located at mile 2 and mile 4 to support participants facing these exciting obstacles. After the race, enjoy delicious post-race treats and celebrate with awards being announced at 9:15 AM. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to test your limits while soaking in the natural beauty of two states!
The race kicks off at 8 AM, with the Ouch 2 Mile starting shortly after at 8:05 AM, followed by a fun-filled 1 Mile Kids Fun Run at 8:15 AM. Runners will navigate through hilly terrain, featuring thrilling inclines and engaging challenges, making it perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. Aid stations will be conveniently located at mile 2 and mile 4 to support participants facing these exciting obstacles. After the race, enjoy delicious post-race treats and celebrate with awards being announced at 9:15 AM. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to test your limits while soaking in the natural beauty of two states!
Organiser's Description
JOIN THE EXCITEMENT OF THE 20TH ANNUAL ACHE AROUND THE LAKE, A YEARLY RUNNING EVENT THAT UNFOLDS ACROSS THE PICTURESQUE LANDSCAPES OF LAKE LANIER, SPANNING BOTH LANDRUM, SC, AND TRYON, NC. THIS UNIQUE RACE ALLOWS PARTICIPANTS TO TRAVERSE THE SCENIC BEAUTY OF TWO STATES IN A CHALLENGING 8K COURSE, COVERING 4.97 MILES OF HILLY TERRAIN. WHILE NOT IDEAL FOR SETTING PERSONAL RECORDS DUE TO ITS UNDULATING NATURE, THE COURSE PROMISES A THRILLING AND DEMANDING EXPERIENCE THAT WILL PUT BOTH SEASONED AND NOVICE RUNNERS TO THE TEST.
THE ACHE AROUND THE LAKE RACE KICKS OFF WITH AN INITIAL DESCENT, SETTING THE STAGE FOR A JOURNEY FILLED WITH CHALLENGING GRADIENTS. BRACE YOURSELF FOR GRUNT #1, THE STEEPEST HILL AT JUST OVER 1/4 MILE INTO THE RACE, OFFERING AN EARLY TEST OF ENDURANCE. WHILE THIS MAY BE THE MOST INTENSE INCLINE, SUBSEQUENT HILLS WILL KEEP YOUR LEGS ENGAGED, CREATING A DEMANDING COURSE THAT EVEN THE MOST RESILIENT RUNNERS MAY FIND THEMSELVES WALKING. AID STATIONS ARE STRATEGICALLY PLACED AT MILE 2 AND AGAIN AROUND MILE 4, PROVIDING CRUCIAL SUPPORT TO PARTICIPANTS FACING THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF THIS SCENIC YET DEMANDING RACE AROUND LAKE LANIER.
ACHE AROUND THE LAKE ISN'T JUST A RUN; IT'S AN IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE THAT TAKES YOU THROUGH THE HEART OF TWO STATES, SHOWCASING THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE SURROUNDINGS WHILE PUSHING YOUR PHYSICAL LIMITS. WITH ITS CHALLENGING HILLS AND WELL-PLACED AID STATIONS, THIS ANNUAL EVENT IS A MUST FOR THOSE SEEKING BOTH A SCENIC ADVENTURE AND A TEST OF THEIR RUNNING PROWESS.
WHAT: ACHE AROUND THE LAKE 8K, 2 MILE, AND KIDS FUN RUN
WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10TH
TIME:
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ACHE AROUND THE LAKE - 8AM
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OUCH 2 MILE - 8:05AM
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KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN - 8:15AM
WHERE: TRYON ANTIQUE MALL & MARKETPLACE START/FINISH AROUND LAKE LANIER
ADDRESS: 1005 S. TRADE STREET, TRYON, NC 28782
PACKET PICKUP
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RACE DAY ONLY - STARTING AT 6:30AM IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE TRYON ANTIQUE MALL (1005 S. TRADE STREET, TRYON, NC) ACROSS THE STREET FROM EL SURENO MEXICAN RESTAURANT ON HWY 176.
POST RACE EATS - WE WILL HAVE ENJOYABLE TREATS AFTER THE RACE.
AWARDS
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WE WILL BE ANNOUNCING AWARDS AT 9:15 AM THIS YEAR. OFFICIAL RESULTS CAN BE FOUND ONLINE LATER IN THE DAY. YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR RESULTS NOTIFICATIONS VIA TEXT OR EMAIL DURING REGISTRATION. ALL AWARDS ARE BY GUN TIME - MASS START PER RACE.**
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THE OUCH 2 MILE AWARDS - TOP 1 OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
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ACHE AROUND THE LAKE 8K AWARDS
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TOP 3 OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
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TOP 3 MASTERS MALE & FEMALE
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TOP 1 MALE & FEMALE IN AGE GROUPS
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14 & UNDER
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15-19
*
20-29
*
30-39
*
40-49
*
50-59
*
60-69
*
70+
THE ACHE AROUND THE LAKE RACE KICKS OFF WITH AN INITIAL DESCENT, SETTING THE STAGE FOR A JOURNEY FILLED WITH CHALLENGING GRADIENTS. BRACE YOURSELF FOR GRUNT #1, THE STEEPEST HILL AT JUST OVER 1/4 MILE INTO THE RACE, OFFERING AN EARLY TEST OF ENDURANCE. WHILE THIS MAY BE THE MOST INTENSE INCLINE, SUBSEQUENT HILLS WILL KEEP YOUR LEGS ENGAGED, CREATING A DEMANDING COURSE THAT EVEN THE MOST RESILIENT RUNNERS MAY FIND THEMSELVES WALKING. AID STATIONS ARE STRATEGICALLY PLACED AT MILE 2 AND AGAIN AROUND MILE 4, PROVIDING CRUCIAL SUPPORT TO PARTICIPANTS FACING THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF THIS SCENIC YET DEMANDING RACE AROUND LAKE LANIER.
ACHE AROUND THE LAKE ISN'T JUST A RUN; IT'S AN IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE THAT TAKES YOU THROUGH THE HEART OF TWO STATES, SHOWCASING THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE SURROUNDINGS WHILE PUSHING YOUR PHYSICAL LIMITS. WITH ITS CHALLENGING HILLS AND WELL-PLACED AID STATIONS, THIS ANNUAL EVENT IS A MUST FOR THOSE SEEKING BOTH A SCENIC ADVENTURE AND A TEST OF THEIR RUNNING PROWESS.
WHAT: ACHE AROUND THE LAKE 8K, 2 MILE, AND KIDS FUN RUN
WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10TH
TIME:
*
ACHE AROUND THE LAKE - 8AM
*
OUCH 2 MILE - 8:05AM
*
KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN - 8:15AM
WHERE: TRYON ANTIQUE MALL & MARKETPLACE START/FINISH AROUND LAKE LANIER
ADDRESS: 1005 S. TRADE STREET, TRYON, NC 28782
PACKET PICKUP
*
RACE DAY ONLY - STARTING AT 6:30AM IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE TRYON ANTIQUE MALL (1005 S. TRADE STREET, TRYON, NC) ACROSS THE STREET FROM EL SURENO MEXICAN RESTAURANT ON HWY 176.
POST RACE EATS - WE WILL HAVE ENJOYABLE TREATS AFTER THE RACE.
AWARDS
*
WE WILL BE ANNOUNCING AWARDS AT 9:15 AM THIS YEAR. OFFICIAL RESULTS CAN BE FOUND ONLINE LATER IN THE DAY. YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR RESULTS NOTIFICATIONS VIA TEXT OR EMAIL DURING REGISTRATION. ALL AWARDS ARE BY GUN TIME - MASS START PER RACE.**
*
THE OUCH 2 MILE AWARDS - TOP 1 OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
*
ACHE AROUND THE LAKE 8K AWARDS
*
TOP 3 OVERALL MALE & FEMALE
*
TOP 3 MASTERS MALE & FEMALE
*
TOP 1 MALE & FEMALE IN AGE GROUPS
*
14 & UNDER
*
15-19
*
20-29
*
30-39
*
40-49
*
50-59
*
60-69
*
70+
Races
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Ache Around the Lake 8K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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The Ouch 2 Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:05AM EDT)
$32.80
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Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
Free
FREE Kids Fun Run for ages 10 & under only please. This event will not be timed. FREE entry for kids made possible by the Ann Jacob Toms Fund at Polk County Community Foundation. -
VIRTUAL RACE 8k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex)
$32.80
Run your own 8K anywhere between October 1 - October 29, 2024. You can submit your own results through RunSignup via text or through your profile. If you prefer to sleep in and just get a shirt, then this is for you too. There is no requirement to submit any results or times.
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1005 S. Trade Street, Tryon, 28782, NC, United States
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