Sassafras Struggle 8k

Sunrise Sassafras 8 Mile Sunset Sassafras 8k Leg Busting 8 Mile Trail Run Sassafras Mountain - Rocky Bottom Retreat Center   Join us for a Sunrise at the Sassafras Struggle! Sassafras Mountain is the highest point in South Carolina, with an elevation of 3,560 feet. It is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, on the border of Pickens and Oconee counties, and is part of the Jocassee Gorges region. The mountain is a popular spot for hiking and offers scenic views of the surrounding area. Sassafras Mountain is also home to the Sassafras Mountain Observation Tower, which provides a panoramic view of the Jocassee Gorges & Table Rock.    Come run a scenic 8k or 8mile race that summits Sassafras Mountain!  From the Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center we will climb 5 miles to the HIGHEST PEAK in South Carolina! Sassafras Mountain stands at 3,554 feet above sea level and edges the North/South Carolina state line border! This will serve as the toughest road race in the state and you will get a front row view of the most beautiful overlooks in the entire state as you reach the lookout tower! Shuttles will be available and will depart every 10 minutes from the Sassafras mountain top back down the Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center.   Upstate Race Series - Upcoming Events HERE Join us for one of our 30 events throughout the year. With something for everyone we have races that extend throughout the Upstate of South Carolina. From Lake Hartwell through the Foothill Mountain Range. Locations that cover all of the State Park systems into the Streets of Anderson, Greenville, Travelers Rest, and Spartanburg. We have events that offer opportunity to every level of runner looking to take on their next challenge!   Race Information What: Sassafras 8k or 8 Mile Run! Where: Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center - 123 Hancock Rd, Sunset, SC 29685 When: April 13th 2024 Packet Pickup: 1 Hour Prior to your race start time near starting line Food: Meal tickets are available during registration Overall Awards will be given out at the conclusion of the race Age group winners will be recognized in the results tab and our point series. Aid Station: We will have water at the top of the mountain Our Events Are: Walker Friendly (90 Minute Cutoff for 8k) Stroller Friendly (IF YOU DARE) Dog Friendly    Events Sassafras 8k 6:00am  5 Miles on ROAD all the way to the top of Sassafras Mountain!  Course Map HERE - Elevation Gain - 2000 Feet Sassafras 8 Mile 6:00am  Includes 5 Miles on the Road to the top of Sassafras Mountain and then a 2 mile section of the Foothills Trail down to the road before heading back to the Rocky Bottom Center Finish. Course Map HERE - Elevation Gain - 2200   Participants Receive Finisher Medal Custom Race Logo Sticker Upstate Race Series Sticker Post Run Hot Cocoa  Camping on site Friday Night (Reserve During Registration) Complimentary Race Photos Custom Race Bib Raffle Drawing for Run In Gift Cards  Upstate Race Series Crew Socks   Timing, Race Awards, & Results Top 3 Male and Female will receive a custom hand made award! Each finisher will receive a finisher medal that will be branded with the race logo and custom lanyard. This event will be chip timed with a reusable timing chip attached with an ankle strap. The timing chip will correspond with your bib number at packet pickup. The chip will be read by our timing hardware at the finish line and timing software. Results will be updated online periodically throughout the event. Please return your timing chip & strap at the conclusion of your event.  We will also publish our age group results that will coincide with our Race Series. To learn more about our race series and awards please visit our results page here: HERE 0-9
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Upstate Race Series will be offering a meal options for runners looking to grab some grub post run! We will not be selling meal tickets on race day due to pre-ordering enough supplies for our event staff, volunteers, and the runners who pre-ordered a meal. You can always come back to the "Meal Ticket" tab on the race website and purchase a meal ticket up to race day. If you would like to purchase multiple meals for yourself, your crew, or spectators please indicate the number in the quantity box. At packet pickup you will receive a meal ticket to be given to our volunteer cook during the designated serving timeframe. Specifically for Sassafras we will be serving brunch from 11am to 1pm   Race Partners Upcoming Events with Upstate Race Series - See Upcoming Races HERE 25 Annual Races with a wide variety of events including 5ks, Relays, Youth Events, and Ultra Marathons   Without Limits Coaching - Contact Our Coaches HERE Coaching Services that include training plans and/or race specific race plans and consultations for your next event   Upstate Running Club - Join & Donate for $5 OFF 100+ Local Races HERE Non-Profit club that funds the Youth Running Club in the upstate with a variety of events and club runs for adult   South Carolina Ultra Marathon Club - Join for 25% OFF Races HERE Trail & Ultra running club that helps support its members and races throughout the state of South Carolina   Jay Baker Photography Race Photos - See Photos HERE Complimentary race photos, music, and of course engagement with the crowd to bring you to the finish   Go Green Events Timing & Registration - More Info HERE Partnering with RunSignUp to bring you an easy registration process and accurate timing on race day.