Cottonmouth 8 Mile
Greenville, United States • 7 Jun 2025
The Cottonmouth 8 Mile & Beerlay is a unique running event held at the scenic Lakewood Nature Preserve in Greenville, SC. Participants can run solo or as part of a relay team of 2 to 4 people, completing four 2-mile laps on a grassy trail featuring rolling hills and wildlife. Before each lap, runners must drink a randomly selected beer from a community BYOB pool, adding a fun and challenging twist. The event includes chip timing, finisher medals, custom bibs, and a lively post-race party with pizza, music, and Beer Olympics featuring games like beer pong and tug of war. It supports the Upstate Running Club Youth Team and offers a festive, social atmosphere celebrating running, nature, and camaraderie. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.