TreeTops 8.5 Mile Race
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TreeTops 8.5 Mile : DuPont State Recreational Forest
TreeTops 8.5 Mile is scheduled for October 17, 2026 in DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard, North Carolina with the listed venue address of 3045 Sky Valley Rd, Hendersonville, NC. The event is the fourth annual running of the race and benefits the Friends of DuPont State Forest. Participation is limited to 300 entrants.
The event features an 8.5 mile trail course that remains inside DuPont State Recreational Forest and includes nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain. All finishers receive a custom wooden finisher medal on a genuine leather cord. Packet pickup takes place at the Picnic Shelter on race day.
On-course amenities include hydration stations, medical aid, porta-potties, and a post-race refreshment area with snacks. A same day Dupont Forest Festival is held alongside the race and offers vendors, guided hikes, yoga, biking activities, waterfall access, and free admission to attendees.
The event offers an in-person and a virtual option; virtual participants receive event swag and may submit results online. Registration is limited by capacity, there is no race day registration due to limited internet access, and all registrations are non-refundable. The course is not suitable for jogging strollers, dogs are not permitted, and children under 18 must have a parent or guardian signature on their registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
