Run at the Rock - Half Marathon

Burlington, United States • 13 Dec 2025

The Run at the Rock Half Marathon is part of the 21st Annual Run at the Rock event held at Cedarock Park in Burlington, North Carolina. Scheduled for December 13, 2025, the event offers 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon trail races on challenging courses featuring twisty single-track and smooth equestrian trails. The half marathon consists of two loops with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain, combining forested single-track and wide trails with technical sections and hill climbs. Participants receive a warm hoodie and a large finisher medal that doubles as a drink coaster. The race atmosphere includes music, well-stocked aid stations, hot post-race soup, a kids’ race, contests, and an awards ceremony with giveaways. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
999 m+
Half Marathon
10 km
508 m+
10k
5 km
217 m+
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