Sassafras 8 Mile Run/Hike
- Date Sun 8th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Sunset, South Carolina
- Price $38.10 - $107.00
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Sassafras Mountain 8 Mile Run/Hike on Sunday, March 8th, 2026, in beautiful Sunset, South Carolina! This thrilling race takes you on a challenging journey to the highest point in the state, where you’ll conquer steep climbs and be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Starting at the Rocky Bottom Retreat Center, participants will tackle a demanding uphill road section leading to the iconic summit, followed by a scenic trail descent that promises to delight both seasoned runners and bold adventurers alike.
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with packet pickup starting at 8:00 AM, so be sure to arrive early! After the race, celebrate your accomplishment with delicious hot pancakes while soaking in the fresh mountain air. With no on-course aid stations, make sure to hydrate at the start and finish line. This unique event not only offers a chance to test your physical limits but also the opportunity to capture unforgettable moments against the stunning backdrop of South Carolina's upstate wilderness. Don’t miss out on this epic challenge—sign up today and experience the thrill of racing above it all!
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with packet pickup starting at 8:00 AM, so be sure to arrive early! After the race, celebrate your accomplishment with delicious hot pancakes while soaking in the fresh mountain air. With no on-course aid stations, make sure to hydrate at the start and finish line. This unique event not only offers a chance to test your physical limits but also the opportunity to capture unforgettable moments against the stunning backdrop of South Carolina's upstate wilderness. Don’t miss out on this epic challenge—sign up today and experience the thrill of racing above it all!
Organiser's Description
SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN 8-MILE CHALLENGE
CONQUER THE CLIMB. TAKE IN THE VIEW. MALE SIGN
READY TO RISE TO THE CHALLENGE? THE SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN 8-MILE CHALLENGE IS AN EPIC RACE TO THE HIGHEST POINT IN SOUTH CAROLINA. WITH STEEP CLIMBS, STUNNING VIEWS, AND A FAST TRAIL DESCENT, THIS RACE BLENDS GRIT WITH GRANDEURPERFECT FOR SEASONED RUNNERS AND BOLD ADVENTURERS ALIKE.
RACE OVERVIEW
START LINE: ROCKY BOTTOM RETREAT CENTER
COURSE: A STEEP & WINDING ROAD CLIMB LEADING TO THE SUMMIT OF SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN, FOLLOWED BY A SCENIC TRAIL DESCENT BACK TOWARD THE FINISH.
ELEVATION GAIN: EXPECT A SIGNIFICANT CLIMBTHIS IS A TRUE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE.
COURSE MAP: [CLICK HERE FOR STRAVA MAP] [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270740896365868198]
WHAT MAKES THIS RACE UNIQUE
A DEMANDING UPHILL ROAD SECTION TO SASSAFRAS' ICONIC SUMMIT
PANORAMIC BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS AT THE PEAK
BEAUTIFUL, VARIED TRAIL DESCENT WITH NATURAL TERRAIN
IDEAL FOR TRAIL RUNNERS, MOUNTAIN GOATS, AND NATURE LOVERS
A ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE IN SOUTH CAROLINAS UPSTATE WILDERNESS
RACE DAY DETAILS
DATE: MARCH 8TH, 2026 (SUNDAY)
TIME: RACE BEGINS AT 9:00 AM
LOCATION: ROCKY BOTTOM RETREAT & CONFERENCE CENTER
ADDRESS: 123 HANCOCK RD, SUNSET, SC 29685
PACKET PICKUP: BEGINS AT 8AM
AID STATION: NO ON-COURSE AID STATION. WATER AVAILABLE AT THE START/FINISH LINE
POST-RACE PANCAKES: CELEBRATE YOUR SUMMIT WITH FRESH HOT PANCAKES AND MOUNTAIN AIR MOUNTAIN
AWARDS: TOP FINISHERS WILL BE RECOGNIZED AFTER THE RACE AT THE SUMMIT GATHERING
ACCOMMODATIONS
LOOKING TO MAKE IT A MOUNTAIN GETAWAY?
STAY THE WEEKEND AT ROCKY BOTTOM
PRIMITIVE CAMPING SPOTS AVAILABLE
CABINS WITH MULTIPLE BEDROOMS ON-SITE
WATER ACCESS & BATHROOM FACILITIES
RESERVATIONS:
*
:E-MAIL: EMAIL: [email protected]
*
CALL: 803-331-3344 (ASK FOR THOM SPITTLE)
CAPTURE THE MOMENT
FROM SUMMIT SELFIES TO FINISH LINE TRIUMPHS, THIS RACE IS PACKED WITH PHOTO-WORTHY VIEWS. BE SURE TO BRING YOUR CAMERAOR YOUR CREWTO CAPTURE THE MAGIC OF THE MOUNTAINS!
READY TO RACE TO THE TOP?
DONT MISS YOUR CHANCE TO BE PART OF THIS EPIC CLIMB AND UNFORGETTABLE DESCENT. SIGN UP TODAY FOR THE SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN 8-MILE CHALLENGE AND EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF RUNNING ABOVE IT ALL.
UPSTATE RACE SERIES REGISTRATION POLICIES & OPTIONS
CHECK MARK BUTTON TRANSFERS
* Registered participants may transfer their entry to another person through their RunSignUp profile
* Transfer & Manage Registration HERE [https://runsignup.com/Profile]
CHECK MARK BUTTON DISTANCE CHANGES
* Participants may switch to a different race distance (e.g., drop from Half Marathon to 5K).
* Switch Distance & Manage Registration HERE [https://runsignup.com/Profile]
CHECK MARK BUTTON CLUB & REFERRAL DISCOUNTS
* Join the Upstate Running Club and receive 15% OFF registration.
* Refer 2+ runners and receive $5 OFF.
CHECK MARK BUTTON RACE SHIRTS & SWAG
* Race shirts are sold and shipped separately.
* Finisher medals and awards (age group & overall) are not shipped.
CHECK MARK BUTTON REFUNDS & DEFERRALS
* No refunds or deferrals will be offered (unless the event sells out).
* If the race sells out, you may request a 50% OFF code for a future Upstate Race Series event.
CONQUER THE CLIMB. TAKE IN THE VIEW. MALE SIGN
READY TO RISE TO THE CHALLENGE? THE SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN 8-MILE CHALLENGE IS AN EPIC RACE TO THE HIGHEST POINT IN SOUTH CAROLINA. WITH STEEP CLIMBS, STUNNING VIEWS, AND A FAST TRAIL DESCENT, THIS RACE BLENDS GRIT WITH GRANDEURPERFECT FOR SEASONED RUNNERS AND BOLD ADVENTURERS ALIKE.
RACE OVERVIEW
START LINE: ROCKY BOTTOM RETREAT CENTER
COURSE: A STEEP & WINDING ROAD CLIMB LEADING TO THE SUMMIT OF SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN, FOLLOWED BY A SCENIC TRAIL DESCENT BACK TOWARD THE FINISH.
ELEVATION GAIN: EXPECT A SIGNIFICANT CLIMBTHIS IS A TRUE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE.
COURSE MAP: [CLICK HERE FOR STRAVA MAP] [https://www.strava.com/routes/3270740896365868198]
WHAT MAKES THIS RACE UNIQUE
A DEMANDING UPHILL ROAD SECTION TO SASSAFRAS' ICONIC SUMMIT
PANORAMIC BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS AT THE PEAK
BEAUTIFUL, VARIED TRAIL DESCENT WITH NATURAL TERRAIN
IDEAL FOR TRAIL RUNNERS, MOUNTAIN GOATS, AND NATURE LOVERS
A ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE IN SOUTH CAROLINAS UPSTATE WILDERNESS
RACE DAY DETAILS
DATE: MARCH 8TH, 2026 (SUNDAY)
TIME: RACE BEGINS AT 9:00 AM
LOCATION: ROCKY BOTTOM RETREAT & CONFERENCE CENTER
ADDRESS: 123 HANCOCK RD, SUNSET, SC 29685
PACKET PICKUP: BEGINS AT 8AM
AID STATION: NO ON-COURSE AID STATION. WATER AVAILABLE AT THE START/FINISH LINE
POST-RACE PANCAKES: CELEBRATE YOUR SUMMIT WITH FRESH HOT PANCAKES AND MOUNTAIN AIR MOUNTAIN
AWARDS: TOP FINISHERS WILL BE RECOGNIZED AFTER THE RACE AT THE SUMMIT GATHERING
ACCOMMODATIONS
LOOKING TO MAKE IT A MOUNTAIN GETAWAY?
STAY THE WEEKEND AT ROCKY BOTTOM
PRIMITIVE CAMPING SPOTS AVAILABLE
CABINS WITH MULTIPLE BEDROOMS ON-SITE
WATER ACCESS & BATHROOM FACILITIES
RESERVATIONS:
*
:E-MAIL: EMAIL: [email protected]
*
CALL: 803-331-3344 (ASK FOR THOM SPITTLE)
CAPTURE THE MOMENT
FROM SUMMIT SELFIES TO FINISH LINE TRIUMPHS, THIS RACE IS PACKED WITH PHOTO-WORTHY VIEWS. BE SURE TO BRING YOUR CAMERAOR YOUR CREWTO CAPTURE THE MAGIC OF THE MOUNTAINS!
READY TO RACE TO THE TOP?
DONT MISS YOUR CHANCE TO BE PART OF THIS EPIC CLIMB AND UNFORGETTABLE DESCENT. SIGN UP TODAY FOR THE SASSAFRAS MOUNTAIN 8-MILE CHALLENGE AND EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF RUNNING ABOVE IT ALL.
UPSTATE RACE SERIES REGISTRATION POLICIES & OPTIONS
CHECK MARK BUTTON TRANSFERS
* Registered participants may transfer their entry to another person through their RunSignUp profile
* Transfer & Manage Registration HERE [https://runsignup.com/Profile]
CHECK MARK BUTTON DISTANCE CHANGES
* Participants may switch to a different race distance (e.g., drop from Half Marathon to 5K).
* Switch Distance & Manage Registration HERE [https://runsignup.com/Profile]
CHECK MARK BUTTON CLUB & REFERRAL DISCOUNTS
* Join the Upstate Running Club and receive 15% OFF registration.
* Refer 2+ runners and receive $5 OFF.
CHECK MARK BUTTON RACE SHIRTS & SWAG
* Race shirts are sold and shipped separately.
* Finisher medals and awards (age group & overall) are not shipped.
CHECK MARK BUTTON REFUNDS & DEFERRALS
* No refunds or deferrals will be offered (unless the event sells out).
* If the race sells out, you may request a 50% OFF code for a future Upstate Race Series event.
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