Lake Summit 10 Mile
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Zirconia, North Carolina
- Price $43.40 - $107.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Lake Summit 10 Mile Trail Race, taking place on Saturday, October 18th, 2025, in the picturesque Zirconia, Henderson, North Carolina. This stunning race offers a unique opportunity to run along the sparkling shores of Lake Summit, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. The course features a stunning 10-mile journey that weaves through the serene community of Tuxedo, showcasing crystal-clear waters, charming lakefront homes, and the vibrant fall colors of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Starting at 8:00 AM from Tuxedo Park, runners can expect an unforgettable day filled with scenic lakeside views and peaceful vibes. With 90% of the course on well-maintained gravel roads and a gentle elevation gain of approximately 575 feet, this trail is perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Plus, everyone can enjoy a celebratory post-race pancake breakfast, complimentary race photos, and lively music to cap off the day. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or simply soaking in the natural beauty, the Lake Summit 10 Mile is a must-experience event that brings together community spirit and the joy of running amidst nature's splendor!
Starting at 8:00 AM from Tuxedo Park, runners can expect an unforgettable day filled with scenic lakeside views and peaceful vibes. With 90% of the course on well-maintained gravel roads and a gentle elevation gain of approximately 575 feet, this trail is perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Plus, everyone can enjoy a celebratory post-race pancake breakfast, complimentary race photos, and lively music to cap off the day. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or simply soaking in the natural beauty, the Lake Summit 10 Mile is a must-experience event that brings together community spirit and the joy of running amidst nature's splendor!
Organiser's Description
LAKE SUMMIT 10 MILE TRAIL RACE
_TUXEDO, NORTH CAROLINA_
_WHERE MOUNTAIN VIEWS MEET LAKESIDE CHARM_
JOIN US FOR A BREATHTAKING 10-MILE RUN AROUND THE SPARKLING SHORES OF LAKE SUMMIT, NESTLED IN THE HEART OF THE SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN MOUNTAINS, JUST SOUTH OF HISTORIC FLAT ROCK, NC. THIS SCENIC COURSE WEAVES ALONG PACKED DIRT ROADS THROUGH THE QUIET COMMUNITY OF TUXEDO, OFFERING RUNNERS A PEACEFUL, NATURE-FILLED EXPERIENCE YOU WONT SOON FORGET.
WHAT TO EXPECT
AS YOU CIRCLE THE LAKE IN A COUNTER-CLOCKWISE DIRECTION, YOULL TAKE IN STUNNING VIEWS OF CLEAR BLUE WATERS, CHARMING LAKEFRONT HOMES, AND THE ROLLING BACKDROP OF THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS, DRESSED IN VIBRANT FALL FOLIAGE. WITH 90% OF THE COURSE ON WELL-MAINTAINED GRAVEL ROADS, ITS THE PERFECT MIX OF BEAUTY AND CHALLENGE. A SINGLE SHORT HILL ADDS JUST ENOUGH ELEVATION TO KEEP THINGS INTERESTING TOTAL ELEVATION GAIN IS APPROXIMATELY 575 FEET.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
SCENIC LAKESIDE VIEWS: CRYSTAL-CLEAR WATER, CHANGING LEAVES, AND MOUNTAIN VISTAS
PEACEFUL VIBES: QUIET ROADS, MINIMAL TRAFFIC, AND A TRANQUIL ATMOSPHERE
WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS: KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED FOR DEER, BIRDS, AND THE SOUNDS OF NATURE
GENTLE TERRAIN: MOSTLY FLAT WITH A FEW ROLLING HILLS IDEAL FOR NEW AND SEASONED RUNNERS ALIKE
RACE DETAILS
START TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: TUXEDO PARK 1299 OLD US 25 HWY, ZIRCONIA, NC 28790
PACKET PICKUP: BEGINS AT 7:00 AM AT THE SHELTER NEAR THE START/FINISH LINE
COURSE MAP & STRAVA LINK: CLICK HERE FOR MAP [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270739667312057214]
ELEVATION GAIN: 575 FT
SURFACE: 90% PACKED DIRT ROAD
POST-RACE PERKS
FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST FOR ALL FINISHERS
COMPLIMENTARY RACE PHOTOS
MUSIC & CHILL VIBES TO WIND DOWN AFTER YOUR RUN
CLEARLY MARKED COURSE WITH DIRECTIONAL ARROWS AT ALL INTERSECTIONS
CHIP-TIMED RESULTS WITH LIVE SPLITS AND RANKINGS STOPWATCH
PARKING INFO
RUNNERS CAN PARK AT 1299 OLD US 25 HWY, ZIRCONIA, NC 28790 RIGHT AT TUXEDO PARK NEAR THE START/FINISH AREA.
WHETHER YOU'RE CHASING A PR OR SOAKING UP THE MOUNTAIN AIR, THE LAKE SUMMIT 10 MILE OFFERS THE PERFECT BLEND OF NATURE, COMMUNITY, AND CELEBRATION. DONT MISS YOUR CHANCE TO RUN ONE OF NORTH CAROLINAS MOST SCENIC LAKESIDE ROUTES! FEMALE SIGN
_TUXEDO, NORTH CAROLINA_
_WHERE MOUNTAIN VIEWS MEET LAKESIDE CHARM_
JOIN US FOR A BREATHTAKING 10-MILE RUN AROUND THE SPARKLING SHORES OF LAKE SUMMIT, NESTLED IN THE HEART OF THE SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN MOUNTAINS, JUST SOUTH OF HISTORIC FLAT ROCK, NC. THIS SCENIC COURSE WEAVES ALONG PACKED DIRT ROADS THROUGH THE QUIET COMMUNITY OF TUXEDO, OFFERING RUNNERS A PEACEFUL, NATURE-FILLED EXPERIENCE YOU WONT SOON FORGET.
WHAT TO EXPECT
AS YOU CIRCLE THE LAKE IN A COUNTER-CLOCKWISE DIRECTION, YOULL TAKE IN STUNNING VIEWS OF CLEAR BLUE WATERS, CHARMING LAKEFRONT HOMES, AND THE ROLLING BACKDROP OF THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS, DRESSED IN VIBRANT FALL FOLIAGE. WITH 90% OF THE COURSE ON WELL-MAINTAINED GRAVEL ROADS, ITS THE PERFECT MIX OF BEAUTY AND CHALLENGE. A SINGLE SHORT HILL ADDS JUST ENOUGH ELEVATION TO KEEP THINGS INTERESTING TOTAL ELEVATION GAIN IS APPROXIMATELY 575 FEET.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
SCENIC LAKESIDE VIEWS: CRYSTAL-CLEAR WATER, CHANGING LEAVES, AND MOUNTAIN VISTAS
PEACEFUL VIBES: QUIET ROADS, MINIMAL TRAFFIC, AND A TRANQUIL ATMOSPHERE
WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS: KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED FOR DEER, BIRDS, AND THE SOUNDS OF NATURE
GENTLE TERRAIN: MOSTLY FLAT WITH A FEW ROLLING HILLS IDEAL FOR NEW AND SEASONED RUNNERS ALIKE
RACE DETAILS
START TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: TUXEDO PARK 1299 OLD US 25 HWY, ZIRCONIA, NC 28790
PACKET PICKUP: BEGINS AT 7:00 AM AT THE SHELTER NEAR THE START/FINISH LINE
COURSE MAP & STRAVA LINK: CLICK HERE FOR MAP [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270739667312057214]
ELEVATION GAIN: 575 FT
SURFACE: 90% PACKED DIRT ROAD
POST-RACE PERKS
FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST FOR ALL FINISHERS
COMPLIMENTARY RACE PHOTOS
MUSIC & CHILL VIBES TO WIND DOWN AFTER YOUR RUN
CLEARLY MARKED COURSE WITH DIRECTIONAL ARROWS AT ALL INTERSECTIONS
CHIP-TIMED RESULTS WITH LIVE SPLITS AND RANKINGS STOPWATCH
PARKING INFO
RUNNERS CAN PARK AT 1299 OLD US 25 HWY, ZIRCONIA, NC 28790 RIGHT AT TUXEDO PARK NEAR THE START/FINISH AREA.
WHETHER YOU'RE CHASING A PR OR SOAKING UP THE MOUNTAIN AIR, THE LAKE SUMMIT 10 MILE OFFERS THE PERFECT BLEND OF NATURE, COMMUNITY, AND CELEBRATION. DONT MISS YOUR CHANCE TO RUN ONE OF NORTH CAROLINAS MOST SCENIC LAKESIDE ROUTES! FEMALE SIGN
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