The 5th Annual Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel puts runners to the test navigating 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon of stellar single-track. Held on Saturday, October 18th, this popular, mid-fall, root-and-rock strewn trail run, is complimented by the Rootrock Mountain Bike Race, which is held the following day. Welcome to the Rootrock Trail Races and get pumped for an awesome weekend of trail racing action. To learn more and register for Rootrock MTB, CLICK HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/ChapelHill/RootrockMTB].

Sprawling over 900 acres and located on the south side of Chapel Hill, NC, Briar Chapel is a green community that boasts a vast network of forested hiking and mountain biking trails. In addition to fantastic trails, centrally located Great Meadow Park, with its beautiful lawn, stage, and pavilion, offers a perfect setting area to start and finish a race. After racing, athletes will enjoy a festive vibe, post-race food, great music, the free kids race for treasure, and a fun awards ceremony with lots of giveaways.