The Dam 5 Miler
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Lancaster, Tennessee
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 4th Annual Dam 5 Miler, taking place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in the picturesque Lancaster, De Kalb. This exciting race kicks off at 8:00 AM CST from the scenic Center Hill Recreation Area, where participants will enjoy breathtaking views of the Center Hill Dam as they embark on a 5-mile journey. The course winds over the dam and into the beautiful Edgar Evins State Park, featuring a native pollinator corridor and offering a mix of challenging inclines that will test your endurance.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, everyone is welcome to participate in this chip-timed event. All finishers will receive a medal, and awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers overall, as well as in various age categories. Don't miss out on the vibrant atmosphere, complete with music and well-placed aid stations along the route. Make sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, November 20, or on race day morning. Join us for a memorable day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, everyone is welcome to participate in this chip-timed event. All finishers will receive a medal, and awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers overall, as well as in various age categories. Don't miss out on the vibrant atmosphere, complete with music and well-placed aid stations along the route. Make sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, November 20, or on race day morning. Join us for a memorable day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Race Day: November 21, 2026
Join us for the 4th Annual Dam 5 Miler!
This race starts at the Center Hill Recreation Area, which offers a scenic vantage point of the Center Hill Dam. The run continues over Center Hill Dam towards then enters Edgar Evins State Park. As you enter the State Park, a native pollinator corridor hugs the roads as you travel to the Visitor Center Office. The route in both directions has challenging points due to road inclines.
Participants who wish to run or walk are both welcome at the Dam 5 Miler.
RACE START TIME
November 21, 2026 8:00 AM CST:
COURSE INFORMATION:
5 Mile Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41398779
AWARDS
Finisher medals are awarded to ALL finishers.
AWARDS ARE GIVEN FOR:
-1st, 2nd, and 3rd places for male and female overall
-1st, 2nd and 3rd places for male and female for each age group with 10 year age brackets
-Masters Male and Female Awards (40 and up)
-Grand Masters Male and Female Awards (50 and up)
- This race is a chip-timed race.
- All runners receive a race t-shirt. (Late registrations receive t-shirts, if available.)
- Finisher medals are awarded to all finishers.
- Music is allowed.
- There are aid stations approximately every 1.5-2 miles on the route.
CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS
The Dam 5 Miler has a NO REFUND policy, with the exception of race cancellation due to public health concerns.
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet pickup on Friday, November 20th, will be from 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. CST at 158 Resource Lane Lancaster, TN 38569.
Packet pickup on Saturday, November 21st, will be at Ike Park [https://goo.gl/maps/zeKivitLMVfWPYcw5] from 7:00 - 7:45 a.m. CST.
Join us for the 4th Annual Dam 5 Miler!
This race starts at the Center Hill Recreation Area, which offers a scenic vantage point of the Center Hill Dam. The run continues over Center Hill Dam towards then enters Edgar Evins State Park. As you enter the State Park, a native pollinator corridor hugs the roads as you travel to the Visitor Center Office. The route in both directions has challenging points due to road inclines.
Participants who wish to run or walk are both welcome at the Dam 5 Miler.
RACE START TIME
November 21, 2026 8:00 AM CST:
COURSE INFORMATION:
5 Mile Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41398779
AWARDS
Finisher medals are awarded to ALL finishers.
AWARDS ARE GIVEN FOR:
-1st, 2nd, and 3rd places for male and female overall
-1st, 2nd and 3rd places for male and female for each age group with 10 year age brackets
-Masters Male and Female Awards (40 and up)
-Grand Masters Male and Female Awards (50 and up)
- This race is a chip-timed race.
- All runners receive a race t-shirt. (Late registrations receive t-shirts, if available.)
- Finisher medals are awarded to all finishers.
- Music is allowed.
- There are aid stations approximately every 1.5-2 miles on the route.
CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS
The Dam 5 Miler has a NO REFUND policy, with the exception of race cancellation due to public health concerns.
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet pickup on Friday, November 20th, will be from 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. CST at 158 Resource Lane Lancaster, TN 38569.
Packet pickup on Saturday, November 21st, will be at Ike Park [https://goo.gl/maps/zeKivitLMVfWPYcw5] from 7:00 - 7:45 a.m. CST.
Races
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5 Miler
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$54.00
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