Tough Oaks OCR (Obstacle Course Run)
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Newport, North Carolina
$49.40–$54.75 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Tough Oaks OCR (Obstacle Course Run) taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the beautiful Newport, Carteret! This dynamic event features a thrilling 5k course packed with over 20 strength, endurance, and agility stations. Participants will navigate through open fields, woodlands, and shallow water, making it an adventure for athletes of all ages.
The Tough Oaks OCR offers two exciting race options: the challenging "Elite Heat" for those looking to push their limits, and the family-friendly "Open Race" which is untimed and features scaled obstacles. Families are encouraged to join in the fun, with special provisions for younger participants, ensuring everyone has a great time. Plus, don't miss the Pre-Race Day Family Night on September 18 at Camp Albemarle, where racers can collect their packets and enjoy live music, yard games, and delicious food trucks. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at Tough Oaks OCR!
The Tough Oaks OCR offers two exciting race options: the challenging "Elite Heat" for those looking to push their limits, and the family-friendly "Open Race" which is untimed and features scaled obstacles. Families are encouraged to join in the fun, with special provisions for younger participants, ensuring everyone has a great time. Plus, don't miss the Pre-Race Day Family Night on September 18 at Camp Albemarle, where racers can collect their packets and enjoy live music, yard games, and delicious food trucks. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at Tough Oaks OCR!
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Elite Heat (timed)
Incl. $4.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$54.75
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Open Race (untimed)
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-Shirt
This event is NOT timed.
Entries closed10:30 AM EDT
$49.40
Organiser's description
_TOUGH OAKS OCR 2026 HAS BEEN CANCELLED_
A 5k race with 20 or more strength, endurance, and agility stations along the way! The course includes open field, woodland and shallow water running. Course is mostly flat with strength, endurance and agility stations located throughout.
Our Tough Oaks race has two heats, the first is THE "ELITE HEAT" WHICH IS FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE LOOKING TO CHALLENGE THEMSELVES to strictly run the course and complete all of the required penalties for failed obstacles.
EX. Complete a 200ft walking lunge without stops. Failure to complete obstacle means 20 penalty burpees before moving on to the next obstacle.
We have adults, teenagers, and even some very athletic children compete in the Elite Heat.
The "Open Race" is more family friendly with scaling options and is UNTIMED. Participants are encouraged to complete obstacles or do penalties however, it is not required. If a participant feels unable or is running with children and needs to scale obstacles or penalties, they are totally allowed. Families with young children participates every year and have a blast! For parents with kids under the age of 10, we ask that they run with their kids as some of the obstacles could be dangerous for younger children without adult supervision. We do have obstacle supervisors throughout the race to help direct and explain obstacles, but not to oversee child safety.
We stagger start (putting families with kids at the back) so no pile up or waiting around for obstacles occurs. We love to see family and friends come out to cheer the athletes on as they cross the finish line.
*EMS with be on site during race*
FEES:
Elite Heat: $50
Open Race: $45
Children 12 & under: $25
Pre-Race Day Family Night
Join us for a Family-friendly event the evening before the 2026 Tough Oaks Obstacle Course Race at CampAlbemarle. Racers may pick up their packets and preview the course, while friends and family enjoy live music, yard games, and food trucks. Our race sponsors will be on-site with booths to greet participants and distribute materials.
Date: Friday evening (September 18, 2026)
Location: Camp Albemarle, Newport, NC
A 5k race with 20 or more strength, endurance, and agility stations along the way! The course includes open field, woodland and shallow water running. Course is mostly flat with strength, endurance and agility stations located throughout.
Our Tough Oaks race has two heats, the first is THE "ELITE HEAT" WHICH IS FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE LOOKING TO CHALLENGE THEMSELVES to strictly run the course and complete all of the required penalties for failed obstacles.
EX. Complete a 200ft walking lunge without stops. Failure to complete obstacle means 20 penalty burpees before moving on to the next obstacle.
We have adults, teenagers, and even some very athletic children compete in the Elite Heat.
The "Open Race" is more family friendly with scaling options and is UNTIMED. Participants are encouraged to complete obstacles or do penalties however, it is not required. If a participant feels unable or is running with children and needs to scale obstacles or penalties, they are totally allowed. Families with young children participates every year and have a blast! For parents with kids under the age of 10, we ask that they run with their kids as some of the obstacles could be dangerous for younger children without adult supervision. We do have obstacle supervisors throughout the race to help direct and explain obstacles, but not to oversee child safety.
We stagger start (putting families with kids at the back) so no pile up or waiting around for obstacles occurs. We love to see family and friends come out to cheer the athletes on as they cross the finish line.
*EMS with be on site during race*
FEES:
Elite Heat: $50
Open Race: $45
Children 12 & under: $25
Pre-Race Day Family Night
Join us for a Family-friendly event the evening before the 2026 Tough Oaks Obstacle Course Race at CampAlbemarle. Racers may pick up their packets and preview the course, while friends and family enjoy live music, yard games, and food trucks. Our race sponsors will be on-site with booths to greet participants and distribute materials.
Date: Friday evening (September 18, 2026)
Location: Camp Albemarle, Newport, NC
Location
156 Albemarle Dr, Camp Albemarle, Newport, 28570, NC, United States
Tough Oaks OCR (Obstacle Course Run)
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