Run at the Rock Trail Run
Burlington, United States • 12 Dec 2026
Run at the Rock at Cedarock Park
Run at the Rock is a trail running event held at Cedarock Park in Burlington, North Carolina on December 12, 2026. The event offers three distances on courses that mix pavement, gravel, twisty single-track, equestrian trails, double-track, and open grassy sections.
Distances:
- 5K: 3.1 miles, 217 foot elevation gain, mix of pavement and single-track.
- 10K: 6.4 miles, 508 foot elevation gain, one loop with single-track and equestrian trails.
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles, 999 foot elevation gain, two similar laps of the 10K course.
Course details note rocks, roots, and short punchy climbs and descents, while most terrain is described as not overly technical. Technical terrain ratings are provided for each distance.
Race services included with registration cover a race hoodie, finisher medal, marked courses, frequent aid stations roughly every 1-2 miles, volunteer and medical support, chip timing, hot soup and other food and beverage options, on-site music, a professional photographer with free photo downloads, and an awards program with age group and overall prizes.
The event also features a free kids race for ages 11 and under with age-group starts and postrace prizes. Event rules prohibit in-ear earbuds and external speakers, require bibs to be visible, and ask participants to respect trails and other people. Refund, credit, transfer, and distance change policies are available with time-based conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.