Sassafras 8 Mile Run/Walk
- Date Sun 7th March 2027
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Sunset, South Carolina
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Sassafras 8 Mile Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, March 7th, 2027, in the picturesque town of Sunset, South Carolina. This exhilarating race challenges participants to conquer Sassafras Mountain, the highest peak in the state. Starting at the Rocky Bottom Retreat Center, runners will tackle a steep and winding course that leads to breathtaking panoramic views from the summit, followed by a thrilling trail descent back to the finish line. Whether you're a seasoned runner or an adventurous spirit, this race offers a unique blend of grit and grandeur, perfect for those looking to push their limits amidst the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains.
Participants can look forward to exciting new swag, apparel, and medals in 2027, with the first 100 registrants receiving custom race socks. The event kicks off at 9:00 AM, and packet pickup begins at 8:00 AM. After the race, celebrate your achievement with delicious hot pancakes while enjoying the fresh mountain air. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this epic climb and unforgettable descent—sign up for the Sassafras Mountain 8 Mile Challenge today and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Participants can look forward to exciting new swag, apparel, and medals in 2027, with the first 100 registrants receiving custom race socks. The event kicks off at 9:00 AM, and packet pickup begins at 8:00 AM. After the race, celebrate your achievement with delicious hot pancakes while enjoying the fresh mountain air. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this epic climb and unforgettable descent—sign up for the Sassafras Mountain 8 Mile Challenge today and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
UDPATES FOR 2027 RACES COMING SOON!
NEW SWAG, APPAREL, MEDALS, AND MORE!
REGISTRATION SET TO OPEN FOR THIS RACE ON SEPTEMBER 1ST
THE FIRST 100 PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE CUSTOM RACE SOCKS
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 7TH, 2027 (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: ROCKYBOTTOMINFO@GMAIL.COM
*
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.
NEW SWAG, APPAREL, MEDALS, AND MORE!
REGISTRATION SET TO OPEN FOR THIS RACE ON SEPTEMBER 1ST
THE FIRST 100 PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE CUSTOM RACE SOCKS
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 7TH, 2027 (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: ROCKYBOTTOMINFO@GMAIL.COM
*
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.
Races
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Sassafras Struggle (8mi)
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 7th March 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
OPENS 01 SEP
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