Catamount Climb Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 17th April 2027
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Cullowhee, North Carolina
- Price $28.14 - $48.74
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Catamount Climb Half Marathon and 5K on Saturday, April 17, 2027, in the picturesque setting of Cullowhee, North Carolina, along the banks of the Tuckasegee River. This exciting event, hosted on the beautiful campus of Western Carolina University, offers runners of all levels the chance to participate in either a challenging half marathon or a fun 5K run. The 5K course winds through the heart of the campus, showcasing its stunning scenery with moderate elevation changes, while the half marathon ventures off campus before returning for an exhilarating finish.
Participants can look forward to a fantastic race experience, complete with race packets that include a stylish race t-shirt, bib, and various goodies. Every half marathon finisher will receive a coveted medal, and awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in various categories, ensuring all runners are recognized for their hard work. Don’t miss this opportunity to not only challenge yourself but also support student professional development and scholarships. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Catamount Climb!
Participants can look forward to a fantastic race experience, complete with race packets that include a stylish race t-shirt, bib, and various goodies. Every half marathon finisher will receive a coveted medal, and awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in various categories, ensuring all runners are recognized for their hard work. Don’t miss this opportunity to not only challenge yourself but also support student professional development and scholarships. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Catamount Climb!
Organiser's Description
The 2027 Catamount Climb Half Marathon and 5K will be hosted on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC along the banks of the Tuckasegee River. The 5K course is completely on campus and navigates through the heart of campus with moderate elevation change. The half marathon course starts on campus, and then heads off campus for a few miles before returning back to campus for the finish line.
The Catamount Climb Half Marathon and 5K (formerly known as Valley of the Lilies) is hosted by the Western Carolina University Department of Campus Recreation and School of Health Sciences. All race proceeds go to support student professional development and academic scholarships.
RACE PACKETS
Each registered participant will receive a race packet that includes a race t-shirt, a race bib, and various coupons and other sponsorship materials. Finisher Medals will be given to all half-marathon finishers as well.
Packet Pick Up will occur the day before the race on April 16th, 2027 3pm-7pm at the WCU Campus Recreation Center, and the morning of the race on April 17th, 2027 6:30am - 7:30am at the WCU Campus Recreation Center.
AWARDS
Each registered participant will receive a race packet that includes a race t-shirt, a race bib, and various coupons and other sponsorship materials.
Half Marathon
Finisher medals are awarded to all half marathon finishers. Awards, which are custom placing medals, are given to the overall male and female winner, overall master's male and female winner, as well as the top three male and female in each age group: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
5K
Awards, which are custom medals, are given to the overall male and female winner, overall master's male and female winner, as well as the top three male and female in each age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
The Catamount Climb Half Marathon and 5K (formerly known as Valley of the Lilies) is hosted by the Western Carolina University Department of Campus Recreation and School of Health Sciences. All race proceeds go to support student professional development and academic scholarships.
RACE PACKETS
Each registered participant will receive a race packet that includes a race t-shirt, a race bib, and various coupons and other sponsorship materials. Finisher Medals will be given to all half-marathon finishers as well.
Packet Pick Up will occur the day before the race on April 16th, 2027 3pm-7pm at the WCU Campus Recreation Center, and the morning of the race on April 17th, 2027 6:30am - 7:30am at the WCU Campus Recreation Center.
AWARDS
Each registered participant will receive a race packet that includes a race t-shirt, a race bib, and various coupons and other sponsorship materials.
Half Marathon
Finisher medals are awarded to all half marathon finishers. Awards, which are custom placing medals, are given to the overall male and female winner, overall master's male and female winner, as well as the top three male and female in each age group: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
5K
Awards, which are custom medals, are given to the overall male and female winner, overall master's male and female winner, as well as the top three male and female in each age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
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