Sassafras 8 Mile
- 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 Challenge on Sunday, March 8, 2026, in beautiful Sunset, South Carolina! This unique race invites runners of all levels to conquer the steep climbs and breathtaking views as they make their way to the highest point in the state. Starting at the Rocky Bottom Retreat Center, participants will tackle a demanding uphill road leading to the iconic summit of Sassafras Mountain, followed by a scenic trail descent that promises stunning landscapes and a thrilling finish.
With an elevation gain that will test your grit, the Sassafras Mountain 8-Mile Challenge is perfect for seasoned runners and bold adventurers alike. Enjoy panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains as you push your limits and celebrate your achievement with post-race pancakes in the crisp mountain air. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the thrill of running in South Carolina's upstate wilderness—mark your calendar for March 8th and secure your spot in this unforgettable race!
With an elevation gain that will test your grit, the Sassafras Mountain 8-Mile Challenge is perfect for seasoned runners and bold adventurers alike. Enjoy panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains as you push your limits and celebrate your achievement with post-race pancakes in the crisp mountain air. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the thrill of running in South Carolina's upstate wilderness—mark your calendar for March 8th and secure your spot in this unforgettable race!
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.
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.
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