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Catawba Falls 15k

Old Fort, United States • 28 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Catawba Falls 15k is a trail race scheduled for February 28, 2026, in Old Fort, North Carolina. The listed venue address is 655 Catawba River Road. Registration closes on February 26 at 11:59 PM ET. The event is organized by Tanawha Adventures.

Course and purpose

The course starts on the Foothills Watershed property and begins with a roughly 2-mile stretch along the Catawba River. A 3.5-mile trail loop leads to Catawba Falls and includes steep staircases, creek crossings, and technical trail sections. The route passes multiple mountain viewpoints and two waterfalls. The event is held in partnership with Foothills Butchery and the Grange of Black Mountain, and proceeds support local trail and land conservation efforts. Post-race food is provided by the local partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Old Fort

Race information

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15 km
15k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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