Bear Creek Trailathon: Winter Endurance Challenge

  • Date Sat 17th January 2026
  • Time 10:00AM EST
  • Location Robbins, North Carolina
  • Price Free
  • Races 2 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Bear Creek Trailathon: Winter Endurance Challenge, taking place on January 17th, 2026, in the scenic surroundings of Robbins, Moore! This unique event invites participants to take on a timed, loop-style race over a thrilling 6 or 12-hour timeframe, starting at 10:00 AM. Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself with a new personal record or simply enjoy a day filled with camaraderie and fun, the Winter Endurance Challenge has something for everyone.

With options for both a 1.3-mile and a 3.1-mile (5K) loop, runners can choose how far they want to go, with no minimum distance required. Awards will be given to those who complete the most mileage, making it a perfect opportunity to push your limits while supporting a great cause. Although there won't be a mass start for the 5K this year, participants can still have their lap timed for bragging rights and potential prizes. Join us for a fantastic day of running, community spirit, and charity fundraising!

Organiser's Description

WELCOME TO THE BEAR CREEK TRAILATHON WINTER ENDURANCE CHALLENGE!

- EVENT DATE IS JANUARY 17TH, 2026
- Start time is 10:00AM

The Winter Endurance Challenge is a timed, loop-style "race" taking place over the course of a 6 and 12 hour time frame.

As this is ultimately a charity fundraiser, there is NO MINIMUM DISTANCE REQUIREMENT; however, awards will be given to the runners (or run teams) who complete the most mileage by the end of the time period. Participants may run/walk one mile or as many as they'd like with the allotted time frame. The course will consist of a 1.3 mile and a 3.1 mile (5K) loop options. Runners may traverse any combination of these 2 loops throughout the day.
If you're aiming for a new distance PR or just looking for a fun day with the running community, this is the event for you!

The event will start at 10AM and end at 4PM or 10PM on the 17th. All laps must be completed by the cutoff time to be counted.

Although were no longer organizing a mass start 5K race in the afternoon, we will still plan to offer a timed 5K lap for anyone who would like to have one timed/recorded. This will be for bragging rights and potential prizes. Just let a staff member at base camp know when youre ready, and theyll time and record your lap.

The Winter Endurance Challenge is a charity fundraising event presented by Stellar Scoops Ice Cream Shop, Foothills Outdoors and North Moore Lions Club.

Join the event and invite your friends on Facebook! [https://www.facebook.com/events/1300615807010073/] Coming soon.
Add the event to your Garmin Connect Calendar [https://connect.garmin.com/modern/event/1bfc11d7-51be-41f4-a801-d697830ea788]! Coming soon.
View the trail system on Trail Forks [https://www.trailforks.com/region/bear-creek-trail-system-32499/]!
If severe weather forces a reschedule, there will be an attempt to host the 6hr and 12hr events on the following day - Sunday, January 18th.

Races

  • 6-Hour Endurance Challenge

    Sat 17th January 2026 (10:00AM EST)

    Free

    OPENS 15 JAN 26
    Rack up as many miles as you can within the 6 hour time limit! You may run or walk as much or as little as you'd like. The individual with the most miles wins! Register on UltraSignup!
  • 12-Hour Endurance Challenge

    Sat 17th January 2026 (10:00AM EST)

    Free

    OPENS 15 JAN 26
    Rack up as many miles as you can within the 12 hour time limit! Register on UltraSignup!

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Location

305 SW Branson Cir, Robbins, 27325, NC, United States

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