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Catawba Falls 15k

Old Fort, United States • 28 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Catawba Falls 15k takes place on February 28, 2026, in Old Fort, North Carolina. The listed venue address is 655 Catawba River Rd. Registration closes on February 26, 2026. The race is organized by Tanawha Adventures.

Proceeds support local trail and land conservation. The event lists partnerships with Foothills Butchery and the Grange of Black Mountain. Post-race food will be provided by those local partners.

Course and terrain

The route starts at the Foothills Watershed property and follows about a 2-mile stretch along the Catawba River. The course then includes a 3.5-mile trail loop that ascends toward Catawba Falls. That loop features steep staircases, creek crossings, and technical trail sections. The route passes mountain viewpoints and two waterfalls in the Western North Carolina area. 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
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