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Viking Dash

Name: Viking Dash
Start: 2027-02-13
End: 2027-02-13
Location: New Hill

New Hill, United States • 13 Feb 2027

Viking Dash - Raleigh

The Viking Dash takes place at Harris Lake County Park in New Hill, North Carolina. This event is part of a trail running series that attracts participants for off-road competition. The race environment features the natural terrain of central North Carolina, providing a trail-based course for all attendees.

Participants can choose between two specific distances:

5K trail run
10K trail run

Each participant who completes their chosen distance receives a finisher medal designed with a Viking theme. The event is scheduled for a single day in February. Registration for both distances opens in November and closes at the end of December. The 10K distance has a registration fee of $55.00, while the 5K distance is priced at $45.00. The event focuses on the trail running experience within the county park setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina New Hill

Race information

Registration

10 km

Viking Dash - Raleigh - 10k

5 km

Viking Dash - Raleigh - 5k

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

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