Koala Bottle Table Rock 15K & 5K
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Pickens, South Carolina
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of outdoor adventure at the Koala Bottle Table Rock 15K & 5K on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, in Pickens, South Carolina! Nestled on the doorstep of the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, this event invites runners of all skill levels to experience the beauty of nature while challenging themselves on scenic trails. The 5K course is perfect for novice trail runners, featuring a delightful loop that meanders along Carrick Creek and culminates in a thrilling downhill finish. For those seeking a greater challenge, the 15K course, which is nearly 17K, promises to test even the most seasoned athletes as it climbs nearly 2,000 feet and showcases breathtaking views from Pinnacle Mountain and Bald Rock.
Participants can look forward to a lively atmosphere with plenty of food and ice-cold drinks waiting at the finish line to help them recover after their run. Each participant will also receive a super soft shirt and finishers awards to commemorate their achievement. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow runners and families while exploring the great outdoorsβmark your calendars for August 8th, and prepare for an exhilarating experience at the Koala Bottle Table Rock 15K &
Participants can look forward to a lively atmosphere with plenty of food and ice-cold drinks waiting at the finish line to help them recover after their run. Each participant will also receive a super soft shirt and finishers awards to commemorate their achievement. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow runners and families while exploring the great outdoorsβmark your calendars for August 8th, and prepare for an exhilarating experience at the Koala Bottle Table Rock 15K &
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, WHICH IS CURRENTLY CLOSER TO A17K, 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 8TH
_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 MASTERS MALE AND FEMALE._
_FIRST PLACE AGE GROUP AWARDS._
* Under 9
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-24
* 25-29
* 30-34
* 35-39
* 40-44
* 45-49
* 50-54
* 55-59
* 60-64
* 65-69
* 70-74
* 75-79
* 80+
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, WHICH IS CURRENTLY CLOSER TO A17K, 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 8TH
_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 MASTERS MALE AND FEMALE._
_FIRST PLACE AGE GROUP AWARDS._
* Under 9
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-24
* 25-29
* 30-34
* 35-39
* 40-44
* 45-49
* 50-54
* 55-59
* 60-64
* 65-69
* 70-74
* 75-79
* 80+
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.
Races
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15k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$54.00
CLOSED -
5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (7:35AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED
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1025 Table Rock State Park Road, Pickens, 29671, SC, United States
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