Sassafras 8 Mile Run/Walk
- Date Sun 7th March 2027
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Sunset, South Carolina
- Price $38.78
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Sassafras 8 Mile Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, March 7th, 2027, in the picturesque town of Sunset, Pickens, South Carolina. This unique race challenges participants with a steep and winding ascent to the summit of Sassafras Mountain, the highest point in South Carolina, followed by a breathtaking trail descent that showcases stunning panoramic views. With an elevation gain that promises to test even the most seasoned runners, this event is perfect for those eager to conquer the climb and immerse themselves in nature.
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM at the Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center, with packet pickup starting at 8:00 AM. Participants can look forward to delightful post-race pancakes to celebrate their achievements and unique mountain awards for top finishers. The first 100 registrants will receive custom race socks, making it a must-attend event for both competitive athletes and adventure seekers. Don’t miss out on this remarkable opportunity to experience the thrill of running above it all—register starting September 1st, 2026, for the Sassafras Mountain 8-Mile Challenge and prepare for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors!
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM at the Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center, with packet pickup starting at 8:00 AM. Participants can look forward to delightful post-race pancakes to celebrate their achievements and unique mountain awards for top finishers. The first 100 registrants will receive custom race socks, making it a must-attend event for both competitive athletes and adventure seekers. Don’t miss out on this remarkable opportunity to experience the thrill of running above it all—register starting September 1st, 2026, for the Sassafras Mountain 8-Mile Challenge and prepare for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
_UDPATES FOR 2027 RACES COMING SOON! _
_POTENTIAL UPDATES TO COURSE, LOCATION, TIME_
_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.
_POTENTIAL UPDATES TO COURSE, LOCATION, TIME_
_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. $3.78 Fee
Sun 7th March 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$38.78
OPENS 01 SEP
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