Broad River Half Marathon Run/Hike
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Broad River Half Marathon Run/Hike
The Broad River Half Marathon is a trail event held on November 21, 2026, at Harbison State Forest, 5600 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29212. The course covers 13.1 miles of well-maintained trails through tall pines and hardwoods, crosses peaceful creeks, and features varied but not extreme elevation. Runners can expect leaves underfoot and crisp late-November air.
The event includes chip timing with live results and three aid stations on course (mile 4.8, mile 11, and the start/finish area). Available snacks include pickles, cookies, chips, Fig Newtons, assorted candy, and pretzels; hydration options provided are water, Coke, and ginger ale. This is a cup-less event; participants should bring their own hydration vessel.
All finishers receive a custom race bib, a finisher medal, a race tattoo, and a race sticker. A Thanksgiving-style Southern meal—a meat and three with vegetable options—is served at the finish alongside music and post-race gathering space. Awards include trophies for the top three overall male and female finishers and age-group medals for first through third in 15 age categories. The race supports local nonprofits through the Upstate Giving Series and Play4Kay. Race-day packet pickup is available; there is no parking fee for runners as the organizer covers the forest day-use fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
