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Name: Oakwood 24
Start: 2026-11-21
End: 2026-11-21
Location: Raleigh

Raleigh, United States • 21 Nov 2026

Oakwood 24 at Lakeside Retreats

Oakwood 24 at Lakeside Retreats is a community endurance event held at Lakeside Retreats in Raleigh, NC. All proceeds benefit Healing Transitions, an organization that provides recovery, shelter, and peer support services for people facing substance use challenges. The event is described as open to anyone who wishes to run, walk, bike, or show support.

The course is a flat 2 mile loop that circles a lake and uses trails and dirt country roads across the property. Participants will pass lake views, cow pastures, and mature hardwoods. The site is located at 4521 Mial Plantation Rd, about 20 minutes east of downtown Raleigh.

Registration options include competitive entries for official finishes and relay team registration managed by a team captain who will receive details by email. The event is also presented as free and accessible to visitors who want to arrive during the event and take part for a few miles. Registration closes on Wed, Nov 18 at 11:59PM ET. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Raleigh

Race information

Website Registration

2 Mile Loop

24 Hour

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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