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Catawba Falls 15k

Old Fort, United States • 28 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Catawba Falls 15k takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, in Old Fort, North Carolina, at 655 Catawba River Rd. Registration closes on Thursday, February 26. The event is organized by Tanawha Adventures.

Course and event details

The course starts at the Foothills Watershed property and begins with a roughly 2-mile stretch along the Catawba River. The route then includes a about 3.5-mile trail loop that leads up to Catawba Falls and contains steep staircases, creek crossings, and technical trail sections. Runners will pass mountain views and two waterfalls along the route.

The event supports local trail and land conservation efforts and partners with Foothills Butchery and the Grange of Black Mountain. After the race, local food from those partners is available at the finish area. Tanawha Adventures describes the event as part of its ongoing efforts to organize trail events that contribute to conservation and advocacy. 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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