The Ascent Red River Gorge 5K
- Date Sat 27th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Slade, Kentucky
- Price $28.95
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at The Ascent Red River Gorge 5K on Saturday, June 27, 2026! Set in the stunning natural beauty of Slade, Powell, this event promises a unique hilly trail challenge that you won't want to miss. Participants will traverse a scenic 5K course on private property, offering breathtaking views and iconic arches that are only accessible during this race.
The fun kicks off at 8:00 AM at the Natural Bridge Campground, where you can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with food, music, and community spirit as you celebrate your finish. With awards for the top three male and female finishers, plus commemorative T-shirts for participants, this event is all about making lasting memories. Remember, registration closes on June 27th at midnight, so secure your spot today for a race that combines adventure with the beauty of the Red River Gorge!
The fun kicks off at 8:00 AM at the Natural Bridge Campground, where you can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with food, music, and community spirit as you celebrate your finish. With awards for the top three male and female finishers, plus commemorative T-shirts for participants, this event is all about making lasting memories. Remember, registration closes on June 27th at midnight, so secure your spot today for a race that combines adventure with the beauty of the Red River Gorge!
Organiser's Description
OUR 2025 RACE IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! WE WANTED TO KEEP THE RACE MANAGEABLE AND SAFE FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS.
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 packet pickup will be held on Friday, 6/27/25) from 3:00-6:00pm at the Natural Bridge Campground (pavilion). The GPS address for the campground is 90 L&E Railroad Place, Slade, KY 40376. There will also be LAST CHANCE PPU on race morning from 6:30-7:45am at the same campground pavilion.
HYDRATION - Our race is cupless in 2025. 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]
ROUTE MAP [https://www.outragegis.com/the-ascent/]
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 packet pickup will be held on Friday, 6/27/25) from 3:00-6:00pm at the Natural Bridge Campground (pavilion). The GPS address for the campground is 90 L&E Railroad Place, Slade, KY 40376. There will also be LAST CHANCE PPU on race morning from 6:30-7:45am at the same campground pavilion.
HYDRATION - Our race is cupless in 2025. 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]
ROUTE MAP [https://www.outragegis.com/the-ascent/]
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.95 Fee & Poly/Cotton Short Sleeved T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.95
OPENS 17 MAR 26Trail 5K (3.1 miles) with a 2.5 hour time limit. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall finishers.
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