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Rootrock Trail Run

Fearrington, United States • 17 Oct 2026

Course Overview

The Rootrock Trail Run is held at the Briar Chapel community in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The event features three distances on trails described as root- and rock-strewn single-track. The start and finish area is at Great Meadow Park, which has a lawn, stage, and pavilion.

Distances

  • 5K (3.3 miles): This course begins with pavement, then uses double and single-track trails. It has an elevation gain of 222 feet. The terrain is rated as a mix of easiest/easy and moderate.
  • 10K (6.2 miles): This one-loop course starts with pavement and double-track before entering semi-technical single-track trails with gradual hill climbs. It has an elevation gain of 438 feet. The terrain is rated as a mix of easy and moderate.
  • Half Marathon (13.1 miles): This one-loop course includes the 10K terrain plus newer trails with steep hill climbs and more technical, rocky sections. It has an elevation gain of 960 feet. The terrain is rated as a mix of easy, moderate, and difficult.

Event Details

The event includes a finisher medal for all participants, a race tee, chip timing, aid stations every 1-2 miles, and post-race food and beverages. There is also a free kids' race for treasure for children 11 and under. An awards ceremony includes contests and giveaways. In-ear headphones are not permitted, but bone conduction headsets are allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Fearrington

Race information

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Half Marathon
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