Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon
Slater-Marietta, United States • 12 Sep 2026
Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon
The Jones Gap Half Marathon is a trail running event held on 09/12/2026 near Jones Gap State Park, with the start and finish located at River Falls Lodge on River Falls Lodge Rd in Marietta, SC 29661. The main distance is 13.1 miles and the course includes single track trails and road approaches within the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area.
The route passes natural features such as Rainbow Falls, the Middle Saluda River, and Little Pinnacle Mountain. The course has a total elevation gain of 2,000 feet and includes sustained uphill sections and rugged trail terrain. The course connects with parts of the Rim of the Gap Trail and has links to nearby trail systems.
There are only two aid stations located at Mile 2 and Mile 11. Available items may include pickles, cookies, chips, assorted candy, fig newtons, and pretzels. Hydration options listed include water, coke, and ginger ale. The event is cupless and participants are asked to bring their own hydration vessel.
Parking and packet pickup are at River Falls Lodge, the start and finish location. Registration opens on 11/13/2025 and closes on 05/01/2026; the registration fee is $40.00. The event is organized as part of the Upstate Race Series and takes place within the larger Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.