Rootrock Trail Run - 5K/10K/Half Marathon
Date
Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 8:30 AM EDTRace options
3 distancesTap any distance below for fee tiers and close dates.
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Distances & registration
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Half Marathon
closes Oct 17, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
5mo 10d 5h 23m leftGeneral entry
Closes Oct 17, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT · From $75.45
10K
closes Oct 17, 2026, 4:45 AM EDT
5mo 10d 5h 38m leftGeneral entry
Closes Oct 17, 2026, 4:45 AM EDT · From $59.55
5K
closes Oct 17, 2026, 5:15 AM EDT
5mo 10d 6h 8m leftGeneral entry
Closes Oct 17, 2026, 5:15 AM EDT · From $48.95
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From the organizer
The 6th Annual Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel, held on the morning of October 17 , puts runners to the test on 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon courses featuring miles of stellar, root- and rock-strewn single-track. After racing, athletes enjoy a festive post-race vibe with food, great music, a free kids’ race for…
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treasure, and a fun awards ceremony packed with giveaways. Complementing the afternoon 3rd Annual Rootrock Mountain Bike Race , the Rootrock Trail Run is a popular mid-fall challenge and the first leg of the Rootrock Trail Races . Athletes who register for both events receive a special award and 10% off each race (select the Rootrock Trail Races Bundle during registration). Get pumped for an awesome day of trail racing action! About Briar Chapel Sprawling over 900 acres on the south side of Chapel Hill, NC , Briar Chapel is a green community with an extensive network of forested hiking and mountain biking trails. Centrally located Great Meadow Park , featuring a beautiful lawn, stage, and pavilion, provides the perfect start-and-finish area.