The Ascent Red River Gorge 5K
- Date Sat 28th June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Slade, Kentucky
- Price $34.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at The Ascent Red River Gorge 5K, taking place on Saturday, June 28th, 2025, in the beautiful Slade, Powell area of Kentucky! This exhilarating race kicks off at 8:00 AM, offering participants a unique opportunity to run, walk, or hike through stunning landscapes on private property that is rarely open to the public. Starting and finishing at the Natural Bridge Campground, this 5K course promises not only breathtaking views and natural arches but also some challenging trail climbs that will reward your efforts with spectacular sights.
Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a morning filled with fun, fellowship, and fitness! The event features commemorative poly/cotton T-shirts (available while supplies last), awards for the top three male and female finishers, and free race photos to capture your achievement. Don't forget to hydrate—be sure to bring your own water bottle or hydration system since the race is cupless this year. With a generous 2.5-hour time limit, there's plenty of time to soak in the beauty of the Red River Gorge. Online registration is open until June 27th, so secure your spot today and prepare for a race that will leave you with lasting memories!
Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a morning filled with fun, fellowship, and fitness! The event features commemorative poly/cotton T-shirts (available while supplies last), awards for the top three male and female finishers, and free race photos to capture your achievement. Don't forget to hydrate—be sure to bring your own water bottle or hydration system since the race is cupless this year. With a generous 2.5-hour time limit, there's plenty of time to soak in the beauty of the Red River Gorge. Online registration is open until June 27th, so secure your spot today and prepare for a race that will leave you with lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
ARE YOU UP FOR A HILLY TRAIL CHALLENGE IN THE RRG? HAVE WE GOT A RACE FOR YOU!
Join us for THE ASCENT 5K on SATURDAY, JUNE 28TH at 8:00AM for a race you'll never forget.
You'll run/walk/hike your 5K on private property which is not open to the public. Our race starts and finishes at the Natural Bridge Campground, just off the Slade exit in Red River Gorge country. The race is presented by the Rugged Red Race & Adventure Series. You'll only run/walk/hike a few miles to see some spectacular views and arches. But come prepared for some serious trail climbs with an unbelievable payoff.
RACE FEATURES:
* Spectacular course on private property at the Red River Gorge
* Commemorative poly/cotton T-shirts (while supplies last)
* Convenient race day packet pickup from 6:30-745am at the Natural Bridge Campground (pavilion)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall finishers
* Free race photos
* Food, fun, music and fellowship to celebrate your finish
PACKET PICKUP - Our only packet pickup is on race morning (Saturday, 6/28/25) from 6:30-7:45am at the Natural Bridge Campground (pavilion). The GPS address for the campground is 90 L&E Railroad Place, Slade, KY 40376
HYDRATION - Our race is cupless in 2024. We encourage you to bring some type of water bottle or hydration system. We'll have water available at the start (prerace) and in orange coolers at several locations along the course where you can refill.
REGISTRATION - Online registration will remain open until Friday, June 27th at 12 midnight. There will be no race day registration. We are ordering extra shirts which first come first serve.
TIME LIMIT - We are providing a generous 2.5 hour time limit to complete the 5K course.
NEED ACCOMODATIONS FOR THE RACE? Contact [email protected]
Join us for THE ASCENT 5K on SATURDAY, JUNE 28TH at 8:00AM for a race you'll never forget.
You'll run/walk/hike your 5K on private property which is not open to the public. Our race starts and finishes at the Natural Bridge Campground, just off the Slade exit in Red River Gorge country. The race is presented by the Rugged Red Race & Adventure Series. You'll only run/walk/hike a few miles to see some spectacular views and arches. But come prepared for some serious trail climbs with an unbelievable payoff.
RACE FEATURES:
* Spectacular course on private property at the Red River Gorge
* Commemorative poly/cotton T-shirts (while supplies last)
* Convenient race day packet pickup from 6:30-745am at the Natural Bridge Campground (pavilion)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall finishers
* Free race photos
* Food, fun, music and fellowship to celebrate your finish
PACKET PICKUP - Our only packet pickup is on race morning (Saturday, 6/28/25) from 6:30-7:45am at the Natural Bridge Campground (pavilion). The GPS address for the campground is 90 L&E Railroad Place, Slade, KY 40376
HYDRATION - Our race is cupless in 2024. We encourage you to bring some type of water bottle or hydration system. We'll have water available at the start (prerace) and in orange coolers at several locations along the course where you can refill.
REGISTRATION - Online registration will remain open until Friday, June 27th at 12 midnight. There will be no race day registration. We are ordering extra shirts which first come first serve.
TIME LIMIT - We are providing a generous 2.5 hour time limit to complete the 5K course.
NEED ACCOMODATIONS FOR THE RACE? Contact [email protected]
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Poly/Cotton Short Sleeved T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.50
Trail 5K (3.1 miles) with a 2.5 hour time limit. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall finishers.
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