Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 5K/10M
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Kings Mountain, North Carolina
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 5K/10M on Saturday, March 28, 2026! Taking place in the beautiful Kings Mountain, Cleveland, this event invites runners of all skill levels to embrace the great outdoors with two exciting race options: a scenic 5K and a challenging 10-mile course.
This year, participants have the unique opportunity to tackle both the 5K and 10M distances, with a special discount available for those daring enough to take on both challenges! The race kicks off at Quarry Road, leading runners through picturesque gravel trails that skirt the perimeter of an inactive mine, offering stunning views of serene lakes and a private bridge over Interstate 85. With a gun start and chip finish, runners can expect a well-organized event complete with water and aid stations at both race turnaround points.
Don't miss out on your chance to receive a guaranteed race t-shirt by registering before March 14, 2025. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in both races, and all participants are encouraged to bring their families along to enjoy the day. Mark your calendars and join us for this unforgettable outdoor adventure!
This year, participants have the unique opportunity to tackle both the 5K and 10M distances, with a special discount available for those daring enough to take on both challenges! The race kicks off at Quarry Road, leading runners through picturesque gravel trails that skirt the perimeter of an inactive mine, offering stunning views of serene lakes and a private bridge over Interstate 85. With a gun start and chip finish, runners can expect a well-organized event complete with water and aid stations at both race turnaround points.
Don't miss out on your chance to receive a guaranteed race t-shirt by registering before March 14, 2025. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in both races, and all participants are encouraged to bring their families along to enjoy the day. Mark your calendars and join us for this unforgettable outdoor adventure!
Organiser's Description
Gun start and Chip finish for both the 5K and 10 Miler. ***NEW*** Feeling adventurous?! The start times have changed this year so those wanting extra miles. You are now able to run both the 5K AND 10 Miler! Contact us for a discount when running BOTH races. There is no designated kid's fun run but they are more than welcome and encouraged to participate in the 5K.
Tshirts are only guaranteed through March 14, 2025.
PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2024 FROM 3PM UNTIL 6PM AT THE TRAIL OFFICE. AWARDS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE AND TROPHIES AWARDED ON SITE. THERE WILL BE A WATERS/AID STATION AT THE 5K AND 10 MILE TURN AROUND. WATER WILL ALSO BE PROVIDED AT THE FINISH.
The race will begin on Quarry Road, as the runners spread out, the course turns onto a 10 foot wide gravel trail.
The 5K course: Start at the first gate on Quarry Road, run through parking lot and enter the trail, take the first right, then take the next right onto the Foote Trail, go to the turn around (clearly marked), exit the Foote Trail by turning right to go to the Plateau trail, do the circle on top, go back down, take the immediate right down the rail trail back to the finish line to complete the 3.1 miles.
The 10 mile course, which is out and back entirely on the Foote Trail, a gravel surface road skirting the perimeter of an inactive mine with views of scenic lakes and a private bridge over Interstate 85.
Trail Head Location: 807 Battleground Av, Kings Mountain, NC Lat: 35-13-49 / Long: 81-21-02
Registration: $20 for both the 5K and 10M (no tshirt), $25 for both the 5K and 10M (with tshirt)
Awards: Trophies will be awarded to the top three Male and Female runners in both the 5K and 10M.
Overall
Age Groups U-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Overall winners are not eligible for age group awards
Packet Pick-Up: Friday, March 21th, 2025 from 3-6pm and race day starting at 7:30am at the Trail Head located at 807 Battleground Avenue
Directions/Parking
I-85 (Charlotte) Exit 10 onto US-74 West, exit US-74 Business (King Street) then left on Battleground Av. (0.8m).
I-85 (Spartanburg) Exit 8 onto US-161 North, left on Gold, left on Battleground Av. (0.6m)
US-74 (Asheville) exit NC-216 South onto Piedmont Av., bear right on Battleground Av. (1.6m)
Please park in the grass along Quarry Road or across from the Trail Head in a gravel lot, volunteers will direct you.
Tshirts are only guaranteed through March 14, 2025.
PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2024 FROM 3PM UNTIL 6PM AT THE TRAIL OFFICE. AWARDS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE AND TROPHIES AWARDED ON SITE. THERE WILL BE A WATERS/AID STATION AT THE 5K AND 10 MILE TURN AROUND. WATER WILL ALSO BE PROVIDED AT THE FINISH.
The race will begin on Quarry Road, as the runners spread out, the course turns onto a 10 foot wide gravel trail.
The 5K course: Start at the first gate on Quarry Road, run through parking lot and enter the trail, take the first right, then take the next right onto the Foote Trail, go to the turn around (clearly marked), exit the Foote Trail by turning right to go to the Plateau trail, do the circle on top, go back down, take the immediate right down the rail trail back to the finish line to complete the 3.1 miles.
The 10 mile course, which is out and back entirely on the Foote Trail, a gravel surface road skirting the perimeter of an inactive mine with views of scenic lakes and a private bridge over Interstate 85.
Trail Head Location: 807 Battleground Av, Kings Mountain, NC Lat: 35-13-49 / Long: 81-21-02
Registration: $20 for both the 5K and 10M (no tshirt), $25 for both the 5K and 10M (with tshirt)
Awards: Trophies will be awarded to the top three Male and Female runners in both the 5K and 10M.
Overall
Age Groups U-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Overall winners are not eligible for age group awards
Packet Pick-Up: Friday, March 21th, 2025 from 3-6pm and race day starting at 7:30am at the Trail Head located at 807 Battleground Avenue
Directions/Parking
I-85 (Charlotte) Exit 10 onto US-74 West, exit US-74 Business (King Street) then left on Battleground Av. (0.8m).
I-85 (Spartanburg) Exit 8 onto US-161 North, left on Gold, left on Battleground Av. (0.6m)
US-74 (Asheville) exit NC-216 South onto Piedmont Av., bear right on Battleground Av. (1.6m)
Please park in the grass along Quarry Road or across from the Trail Head in a gravel lot, volunteers will direct you.
Races
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Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 5K
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 19 JAN 26The 5K has a gun start and RFID Chip finish. beginning at 8:30am. Packet pick up will be held Friday, March 21 from 3pm until 6pm at the Trail head office. Everyone is encouraged to pick up then. Results and awards will be posted online. Trophy pick up will be held on site immediately following the race. -
Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 10 Miler
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 19 JAN 26The 10 Miler has a gun start and RFID Chip finish. beginning at 9:15am. Packet pick up will be held Friday, March 21. from 3pm until 6pm at the Trail head office. Everyone is encouraged to pick up then. Results and awards will be posted online. Trophy pick up will be held on site immediately following the race.
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