New South Trail Marathon
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New South Trail Marathon
The New South Trail Marathon is a trail running event at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC offering both a full marathon and a half marathon through the center’s trail system. Distances include:
- 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
- 26.2 miles (Full Marathon)
Packet pick-up is scheduled the day before the race and on race day at the South Conference Center. Registration fees are listed separately for pre-registration and race-day registration with different rates for the half and full distances.
Course information will be provided up to four weeks before the event. Aid stations are placed along the course: South Main Aid Station (Mile 4.2) provides hydration only; East Main Aid Station (Mile 8.1) provides hydration and food; East Main Aid Station (Mile 11.2) provides hydration only; the Start/Finish Line Aid Station provides hydration and food.
Event policies require all participants to sign the Whitewater Center Assumption of Risk Agreement before participating. Registration is non-refundable. Trails remain open to other runners, hikers, and bikers; participants are asked to communicate when passing. E-bikes and other powered transportation are not permitted in Whitewater Race Series events. Events proceed rain or shine, and the venue may alter or cancel events if needed.
The Whitewater Center charges a daily parking fee and offers annual passes; oversized parking has a separate fee. The center does not conduct trail rescues; participants must call 911 for emergencies.
Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers in age groups for both distances. Race shirts and medals are guaranteed only for participants who pre-register by the stated deadlines. Past years’ results are posted for reference. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
