Hawkins Loop Valentine's Trail 5K - Hurdle Mills

Hurdle Mills, United States • 14 Feb 2026

Event overview

Hawkins Loop Valentine's Trail 5K is a trail running event on February 14, 2026, held at The Land at Hawkins Loop in Hurdle Mills, North Carolina. The event includes a 5K trail run. Registration has a listed end date of February 14, 2026. The entry price shown for the 5K is $25. An event photographer will be on site. Trails will remain open to visitors to explore after the race. The event description states it is open to all ages and experience levels.

Location and course

The race takes place on a 63-acre farm property with winter forest and pasture trails. The venue features gently sloping pastures, modernized century-old farmhouses, and salvaged and repurposed tobacco barns. Fields and old growth forest at the site are described as home to a wide range of birds, wildlife, and plants, supported by an on-staff Certified Master Gardener. Trails include areas for walking, biking, and observation with seating, and a priority block for the North Carolina Bird Atlas citizen science initiative. The property is located in Person County, less than 30 minutes from Durham, Hillsborough, and Roxboro. The event address is 294 Hawkins Loop, Hurdle Mills, NC 27541. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Trail Run
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