Walnut Creek 5 & Dime
- Date Sat 8th February 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location North Garden, Virginia
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting inaugural Walnut Creek 5K & 10-Miler on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, at the stunning North Garden in Albemarle! This brand new winter race is perfect for runners of all ages and abilities, whether you're a seasoned trail enthusiast or trying out your first trail race. Experience the breathtaking beauty of the 525-acre Walnut Creek Park as you navigate approximately 90% wooded single track and double track trails, with a thrilling 10% open cross country and jeep road.
Participants can look forward to spectacular views of the 45-acre lake and a chance to run on the iconic TJ100k course, making this an unforgettable winter adventure. Each registrant will receive a pair of cozy winter gloves and a branded mug to enjoy warm beverages after the race. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the outdoors and challenge yourself – mark your calendars for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and beautiful scenery!
Participants can look forward to spectacular views of the 45-acre lake and a chance to run on the iconic TJ100k course, making this an unforgettable winter adventure. Each registrant will receive a pair of cozy winter gloves and a branded mug to enjoy warm beverages after the race. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the outdoors and challenge yourself – mark your calendars for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and beautiful scenery!
Organiser's Description
The CATs are excited to bring you this brand new winter race offering! The inaugural running of the Walnut Creek 5K & 10miler is suitable for a wide variety of ages and paces. If youre a seasoned trail runner, this race has the vibe you love! If this is your first trail race, this race has the vibe youll soon love! We are excited show you the beautiful trails that 525-acre Walnut Creek Park has to offer. As a bonus, it's held on the beautiful and iconic TJ100k course- come cut your trail teeth in the footsteps of legends!
The race is approximately 90% wooded single track/double track and 10% open cross country/jeep road and features spectacular views of the 45 acre lake on site. Course links below!
Registrants will receive a pair of winter gloves and a branded mug for those warm winter beverages!
Please note there are no refunds and the event will take place rain or shine. Inclement weather affecting the safety of participants or causing adverse trail impacts may cause delay or rescheduling of race.
THE NICKEL ROUTE [https://www.strava.com/activities/12973703116?utm_source=ios_share&utm_medium=social&share_sig=125D32F61733174765&_branch_match_id=1352263312451808446&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXLy4pSixL1EssKNDLyczL1q%2BMrCpzrcp2NfBPsq8rSk1LLSrKzEuPTyrKLy9OLbJ1zijKz00FAKdjPLQ9AAAA]: 446 feet of elevation gain over a 5k+ ;)
THE DIME ROUTE [https://www.strava.com/routes/3273432245089058982]: 1285 feet of elevation gain over nearly 10 miles.
REGISTRATION NOTES
* Please note that race day registration is not available.
* For the safety and comfort of all participants, we do not allow dogs or other pets at this event.
* Strollers are not permitted on the race course.
* Our no-refund policy has an exception for pregnancy and postpartum circumstances - please email [email protected] if you need to request a pregnancy/postpartum-related refund.
The race is approximately 90% wooded single track/double track and 10% open cross country/jeep road and features spectacular views of the 45 acre lake on site. Course links below!
Registrants will receive a pair of winter gloves and a branded mug for those warm winter beverages!
Please note there are no refunds and the event will take place rain or shine. Inclement weather affecting the safety of participants or causing adverse trail impacts may cause delay or rescheduling of race.
THE NICKEL ROUTE [https://www.strava.com/activities/12973703116?utm_source=ios_share&utm_medium=social&share_sig=125D32F61733174765&_branch_match_id=1352263312451808446&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXLy4pSixL1EssKNDLyczL1q%2BMrCpzrcp2NfBPsq8rSk1LLSrKzEuPTyrKLy9OLbJ1zijKz00FAKdjPLQ9AAAA]: 446 feet of elevation gain over a 5k+ ;)
THE DIME ROUTE [https://www.strava.com/routes/3273432245089058982]: 1285 feet of elevation gain over nearly 10 miles.
REGISTRATION NOTES
* Please note that race day registration is not available.
* For the safety and comfort of all participants, we do not allow dogs or other pets at this event.
* Strollers are not permitted on the race course.
* Our no-refund policy has an exception for pregnancy and postpartum circumstances - please email [email protected] if you need to request a pregnancy/postpartum-related refund.
Races
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Walnut Creek 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Logo Gloves
Sat 8th February 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$32.80
More course information forthcoming! -
Walnut Creek 10 Miler
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Logo Gloves
Sat 8th February 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
Course can be found here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3273432245089058982
Walnut Creek 5 & Dime