Rootrock Trail Run - 5K/10K/Half Marathon
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
Oct 17, 2026 - Saturday
5k, 10k, Half-marathon
Race Information
The Rootrock Trail Run at Briar Chapel puts runners to the test with 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon of stellar single-track. This popular, mid-fall, root-and-rock strewn trail run, is complimented by the Rootrock Mountain Bike Race, which is held the following day.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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