Lake Conestee 8k

Lake Conestee 8k Run/Walk

The Lake Conestee 8k Run/Walk takes place on September 20, 2026 at Lake Conestee Nature Park, 840 Mauldin Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. The event is an 8k trail course described as a roughly 5-mile loop with about 285 feet of elevation gain. The route follows soft natural trails, some single-track, and several wooden boardwalks over rivers and flooded wetlands, with yellow arrows marking the course. Awards include top three overall trophies for male and female finishers and 1st–3rd place age group medals in multiple age categories from 0–9 through 80+.

Logistics, services and policies

Registration includes a finisher medal, free professional race photos, a custom race bib, event giveaways, a race sticker, post-race pancakes, music at the finish area, and chip timing with live results. Dogs are allowed on course. There is a 90-minute time limit. Packet pickup is at the pavilion on site. Parking and park admission are free and located adjacent to the pavilion. Start and finish are within sight of the pavilion. There is a drop-bag area at the pavilion and on-site restrooms; there is no water on course but water will be available at the finish. Transfers and distance changes are permitted through the RunSignUp profile. Race shirts are sold separately; medals and awards are not shipped. No refunds or deferrals will be offered unless the event sells out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.