Koala Bottle Table Rock 15K & 5K
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Pickens, South Carolina
- Price $32.80 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the Koala Bottle Table Rock 15K & 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Pickens, South Carolina. Nestled at the foothills of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, this event invites trail runners of all skill levels to experience the stunning landscapes and invigorating challenges of these scenic trails.
The 5K course is perfect for novice runners, offering a delightful journey along Carrick Creek, with a thrilling downhill finish that loops back to the start. For those seeking a more formidable challenge, the 15K course will truly test your endurance, featuring nearly 2000 feet of climbing over its first five miles, culminating at the high point of Pinnacle Mountain. Participants will encounter stream crossings, rugged roots, and rocky terrain, providing an unforgettable experience filled with natural beauty and adventure. After crossing the finish line, runners can enjoy complimentary food and refreshing drinks, along with soft shirts and finishers awards to commemorate their achievement. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with nature and fellow running enthusiasts in South Carolina’s stunning outdoors!
The 5K course is perfect for novice runners, offering a delightful journey along Carrick Creek, with a thrilling downhill finish that loops back to the start. For those seeking a more formidable challenge, the 15K course will truly test your endurance, featuring nearly 2000 feet of climbing over its first five miles, culminating at the high point of Pinnacle Mountain. Participants will encounter stream crossings, rugged roots, and rocky terrain, providing an unforgettable experience filled with natural beauty and adventure. After crossing the finish line, runners can enjoy complimentary food and refreshing drinks, along with soft shirts and finishers awards to commemorate their achievement. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with nature and fellow running enthusiasts in South Carolina’s stunning outdoors!
Organiser's Description
SOUTH CAROLINA TRAIL RUNNERS
RUNNERS AND FAMILIES ARE INVITED TO ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS ON THE DOORSTEP OF THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS IN NORTHWEST SOUTH CAROLINA. THE SCENIC 5K COURSE IS A GREAT FOR NOVICE TRAIL RUNNERS AND EXPERIENCED RACERS ALIKE. THE SINGLE TRACK TRAILS MEANDER ALONG AND ACROSS SCENIC CARRICK CREEK FROM THE NATURE CENTER AS YOU
CLIMB TOWARD PINNACLE MOUNTAIN. AFTER A SHORT CLIMB, THE 5K RUNNERS WILL RACE DOWNHILL, LOOPING BACK TOWARD THE START FINISH LINE.
UP FOR MORE OF A CHALLENGE? THE 15K RACE COURSE IS BRUTAL AND WILL TEST THE MOST SEASONED TRAIL RUNNERS. IT FOLLOWS THE SAME ROUTE AS THE 5K FOR THE FIRST TWO MILES. HOWEVER, THE 15K COURSE CLIMBS NEARLY 2000 FEET OVER THE FIRST 5 MILES. YOU WILL STRUGGLE TO MAKE IT OVER SEVERAL GAPS AND REACH THE RACES HIGH POINT OF PINNACLE MOUNTAIN. AS YOU DESCEND YOU WILL BE REWARDED WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS FROM BALD ROCK AND OTHER OVERLOOKS. MORE STREAM CROSSINGS, GNARLY ROOTS AND JAGGED ROCKS WILL KEEP YOU ON YOUR TOES AS YOU WIND YOUR WAY BACK DOWN THE VALLEY TOWARD THE FINISH. ALL RACERS WILL WELCOME THE SIGHT OF THE FINISH LINE WHERE THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF FOOD AND ICE COLD DRINKS TO REPLENISH YOUR BODY AFTER A TOUGH RUN. AND, RECEIVE OUR SUPER SOFT SHIRTS AND FINISHERS AWARDS WILL BE PROVIDED TO ALL RUNNERS.
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH
_Don't forget your $6.00 entry fee into the park at the front gate. We love our SC parks!_
* _6 Race Day Registration and packet pick-up at The Pinnacle Pavilion, formerly known as The Barn_
* _7:30 am: 15K start time_
* _7:35 am: 5K start time_
Awards for First, Second and Third place overall winners.
First place Age group awards.
Please enter park at the West Gate and turn left at the Country Store, driving past the start/finish line
to park at the Pinnacle Pavilion.
RUNNERS AND FAMILIES ARE INVITED TO ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS ON THE DOORSTEP OF THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS IN NORTHWEST SOUTH CAROLINA. THE SCENIC 5K COURSE IS A GREAT FOR NOVICE TRAIL RUNNERS AND EXPERIENCED RACERS ALIKE. THE SINGLE TRACK TRAILS MEANDER ALONG AND ACROSS SCENIC CARRICK CREEK FROM THE NATURE CENTER AS YOU
CLIMB TOWARD PINNACLE MOUNTAIN. AFTER A SHORT CLIMB, THE 5K RUNNERS WILL RACE DOWNHILL, LOOPING BACK TOWARD THE START FINISH LINE.
UP FOR MORE OF A CHALLENGE? THE 15K RACE COURSE IS BRUTAL AND WILL TEST THE MOST SEASONED TRAIL RUNNERS. IT FOLLOWS THE SAME ROUTE AS THE 5K FOR THE FIRST TWO MILES. HOWEVER, THE 15K COURSE CLIMBS NEARLY 2000 FEET OVER THE FIRST 5 MILES. YOU WILL STRUGGLE TO MAKE IT OVER SEVERAL GAPS AND REACH THE RACES HIGH POINT OF PINNACLE MOUNTAIN. AS YOU DESCEND YOU WILL BE REWARDED WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS FROM BALD ROCK AND OTHER OVERLOOKS. MORE STREAM CROSSINGS, GNARLY ROOTS AND JAGGED ROCKS WILL KEEP YOU ON YOUR TOES AS YOU WIND YOUR WAY BACK DOWN THE VALLEY TOWARD THE FINISH. ALL RACERS WILL WELCOME THE SIGHT OF THE FINISH LINE WHERE THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF FOOD AND ICE COLD DRINKS TO REPLENISH YOUR BODY AFTER A TOUGH RUN. AND, RECEIVE OUR SUPER SOFT SHIRTS AND FINISHERS AWARDS WILL BE PROVIDED TO ALL RUNNERS.
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH
_Don't forget your $6.00 entry fee into the park at the front gate. We love our SC parks!_
* _6 Race Day Registration and packet pick-up at The Pinnacle Pavilion, formerly known as The Barn_
* _7:30 am: 15K start time_
* _7:35 am: 5K start time_
Awards for First, Second and Third place overall winners.
First place Age group awards.
Please enter park at the West Gate and turn left at the Country Store, driving past the start/finish line
to park at the Pinnacle Pavilion.
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