Carolina Horse Park People’s Steeplechase 5K and 10K
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Raeford, North Carolina
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Carolina Horse Park People’s Steeplechase 5K and 10K on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in beautiful Raeford, Hoke. This unique running event invites participants to experience the thrill of racing along the scenic trails of the Carolina Horse Park, where the beauty of nature meets the excitement of competition. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a beginner, there's a distance for everyone! The 5K offers a friendly route perfect for walkers and speed-seekers alike, while the challenging 10K takes you through extended loops, presenting an invigorating test for more experienced athletes.
Set against the backdrop of rolling hills, open fields, and iconic jumps, runners will savor fresh air and stunning views as they tackle this memorable course. The event kicks off at 8 AM, and all participants can look forward to a well-supported, clearly marked path that culminates in a festive finish near the grandstand. After the race, stick around for the lively Chili Cookoff, making this not just a run, but a celebration of community and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace endurance in a setting designed for champions. Mark your calendars and get ready to chase your
Set against the backdrop of rolling hills, open fields, and iconic jumps, runners will savor fresh air and stunning views as they tackle this memorable course. The event kicks off at 8 AM, and all participants can look forward to a well-supported, clearly marked path that culminates in a festive finish near the grandstand. After the race, stick around for the lively Chili Cookoff, making this not just a run, but a celebration of community and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace endurance in a setting designed for champions. Mark your calendars and get ready to chase your
Organiser's Description
Experience a race like no other, THE PEOPLES STEEPLECHASE 10K & 5K Join us 8am Saturday March 14, 2026, and run along the scenic tails of CAROLINA HORSE PARK. This one-of-a-kind course invites runners to trade the city streets for rolling hills, open fields, and winding paths where thoroughbreds usually thunder past the rails.
THE 5K IS PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS, WALKERS, AND SPEED-SEEKERS ALIKE. The course offers a fast approachable route with gentle terrain and views of the course grounds. Youll run alongside iconic jumps, ponds, and expansive green space. An unforgettable setting for your next personal best.
THE 10K CHALLENGES SEASONED RUNNERS WITH AN EXTENDED LOOPS THROUGH THE PARK. With fresh air, wide sightlines, and the energy of the steeple-chase atmosphere, this course delivers both beauty and grit.
Whether youre racing for time or soaking in the scenery, all participants will enjoy:
* A well supported and clearly marked course
* A unique run through an active equestrian venue
* A festive finish near the grandstand
* Stick around after the run for the Chili Cookoff
JOIN US FOR A MEMORABLE RUN WHERE TRADITION MEETS ENDURANCE AND CROSS THE FINISH LINE ON GROUNDS BUILT FOR CHAMPIONSTWO-LEGGED AND FOUR.
For more information on Carolina Hors Park click the link: Carolina Horse Park Carolina Horse Park (CHP) Raeford, NC
PACKET PICKUP-Friday March 13, 2026, from 6pm-7pm at Pace Yourself Run Company located in Downtown Southern Pines (205 NE Broad St, Southern Pines, NC 28387). https://maps.app.goo.gl/6efTbxBee9p5iyQeA
SAME DAY REGISTRATION AND PICKUP will be available Saturday March 14, 2026, from 6:30am-7:30am at the start line at the Carolina Horse Park 2814 Montrose Rd, Raeford, NC 28376. https://maps.app.goo.gl/PpqXMLzwiyc11sWaA
PARKING AND RESTROOMS will be available on site.
WEATHER: Early March weather in NC is the transition to spring, with temperatures rising from the 40s overnight to highs in the low 60s during the day. Expect mild to chilly mornings with cool, pleasant days and increasing sunshine. Perfect running weather with low humidity and early spring blossoms appearing
PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE AN OFFICIAL RACE T-SHIRT. T-SHIRTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER MARCH 5, 2026.
THE 5K IS PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS, WALKERS, AND SPEED-SEEKERS ALIKE. The course offers a fast approachable route with gentle terrain and views of the course grounds. Youll run alongside iconic jumps, ponds, and expansive green space. An unforgettable setting for your next personal best.
THE 10K CHALLENGES SEASONED RUNNERS WITH AN EXTENDED LOOPS THROUGH THE PARK. With fresh air, wide sightlines, and the energy of the steeple-chase atmosphere, this course delivers both beauty and grit.
Whether youre racing for time or soaking in the scenery, all participants will enjoy:
* A well supported and clearly marked course
* A unique run through an active equestrian venue
* A festive finish near the grandstand
* Stick around after the run for the Chili Cookoff
JOIN US FOR A MEMORABLE RUN WHERE TRADITION MEETS ENDURANCE AND CROSS THE FINISH LINE ON GROUNDS BUILT FOR CHAMPIONSTWO-LEGGED AND FOUR.
For more information on Carolina Hors Park click the link: Carolina Horse Park Carolina Horse Park (CHP) Raeford, NC
PACKET PICKUP-Friday March 13, 2026, from 6pm-7pm at Pace Yourself Run Company located in Downtown Southern Pines (205 NE Broad St, Southern Pines, NC 28387). https://maps.app.goo.gl/6efTbxBee9p5iyQeA
SAME DAY REGISTRATION AND PICKUP will be available Saturday March 14, 2026, from 6:30am-7:30am at the start line at the Carolina Horse Park 2814 Montrose Rd, Raeford, NC 28376. https://maps.app.goo.gl/PpqXMLzwiyc11sWaA
PARKING AND RESTROOMS will be available on site.
WEATHER: Early March weather in NC is the transition to spring, with temperatures rising from the 40s overnight to highs in the low 60s during the day. Expect mild to chilly mornings with cool, pleasant days and increasing sunshine. Perfect running weather with low humidity and early spring blossoms appearing
PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE AN OFFICIAL RACE T-SHIRT. T-SHIRTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER MARCH 5, 2026.
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