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 exciting day of outdoor fun at the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 5K/10M on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the beautiful setting of Kings Mountain, Cleveland! This vibrant event features both a 5K and a 10-mile race, allowing participants to challenge themselves with the option to run in both distances. With a gun start and a chip finish, runners will kick off their adventure on Quarry Road, transitioning onto a scenic 10-foot wide gravel trail that winds through picturesque landscapes.
The 5K course offers a thrilling route that includes a turnaround on the Foote Trail, while the 10-mile course treats runners to stunning views of lakes and a unique private bridge over Interstate 85. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, everyone is encouraged to join in the excitement, and kids are more than welcome to participate in the 5K! Don't forget to register by March 18 to secure your event t-shirt, and make sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, March 27, from 3 PM to 6 PM. With trophies awarded to the top three male and female finishers in both races, the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail event
The 5K course offers a thrilling route that includes a turnaround on the Foote Trail, while the 10-mile course treats runners to stunning views of lakes and a unique private bridge over Interstate 85. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, everyone is encouraged to join in the excitement, and kids are more than welcome to participate in the 5K! Don't forget to register by March 18 to secure your event t-shirt, and make sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, March 27, from 3 PM to 6 PM. With trophies awarded to the top three male and female finishers in both races, the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail event
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 18, 2026.
PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026 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 27, 2026 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 18, 2026.
PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026 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 27, 2026 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
The 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
The 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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