Union Mills Wilderness Runs

Union Mills Wilderness 5K & 10K

The Union Mills Learning Center presents the fifth annual Union Mills Wilderness 5K & 10K in Union Mills, NC. The event is a renamed continuation of the former Box Creek Event and is staged from the campus at 6495 Hudlow Road.

Distances

• 5K Timed
• 10K Timed

The 10K route includes a mix of pavement and compact gravel and runs alongside the Second Broad River, the CSX Railroad, and around the base of Rocky Face Mountain and the area known as Box Creek Wilderness. The 5K route begins near the main building and gazebo, follows campus paths and drives, continues onto Hudlow Road, turns onto Box Creek Road to a marked turnaround, and returns to the campus finish.

Race-day details note that on-site sign ups are available. Pre-made goodie bags are distributed at packet pick up and include a disposable timing chip to wear on the chest and a race T-shirt. T shirt orders are not guaranteed if registration occurs after February 16 and shirt colors may vary. Refreshments are prepackaged and self served at the finish and on course.

An awards ceremony is held in the facility auditorium with a Facebook Live video. Awards will be mailed to runners who leave early and full results are available through RacingToes.com. Both distances count toward the ROC series points race for 2026 with the 10K earning one additional point. All proceeds support building upgrades and educational programs at the Union Mills Learning Center. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.