Gnome Run 5k Trail Run/Walk
Fort Mill, United States • 1 Jan 2026
Event overview
The Baxter Trail Club presents the 13th annual Gnome Run trail event on January 1, 2026 in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The event offers trail distances and related options, including meals and a non-competitive ruck. The start and finish are on the Baxter Village Green at 3187 Colonel Springs Drive.
- 10 mile Trail Ruck
- 10 mile Trail Run
- 5 km Trail Run/Walk - Adults
- 5 km Trail Run/Walk - Children (ages 10 and under, accompanied by an adult)
- Meal purchase for a non-participant
Logistics and entries
The standard registration fee is $35 until race day. Race shirts are available to registrants who register before December 12. There is no charge for children 10 and under when they participate with a paid parent or guardian. The registration package includes the race, music, a t-shirt, giveaways, prizes, and food. A traditional New Year’s lunch of pulled pork, black eyed peas, collard greens, cornbread, and local craft beer will be offered.
Four-legged family members are allowed but must be on a leash. The event is a fundraiser for the Baxter Trail Club, a 501(c)(3); proceeds support trail work days, group hikes, full moon fires, and club administration. Volunteers will be needed for food, drink, water stops, setup, and road crossings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.