Zen Squirrel Trail Run

Overview

The Zen Squirrel Trail Run offers three trail running distances: 2 miles, 5 miles, and 10 miles. The event takes place in Briar Chapel, a green community with over 900 acres of forested trails on the south side of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The start and finish area is at Great Meadow Park.

Course Details

Courses consist of a mix of pavement, double-track, and single-track trails.

• The 2-mile course (2.1 miles) includes pavement, double-track, and single-track. It has an elevation gain of 180 feet.
• The 5-mile course (5.1 miles) includes pavement and single-track trails with an elevation gain of 363 feet.
• The 10-mile course (10.2 miles) includes all the terrain of the 5-mile course plus additional newer trails with more technical sections. It has an elevation gain of 821 feet.

Event Features

The event includes chip timing, a race t-shirt (available in men's/unisex, women's, and youth sizes), aid stations along the course, and medical support. After the race, there is food and beverages, a free kids race for children 11 and under, and an awards ceremony with contests and giveaways. Age group awards are offered.

Rules and Policies

In-ear earbuds and external speakers are not permitted during the race (bone conduction headsets are allowed). Pets, pacers, and baby strollers are not permitted on the course. Refund and credit policies apply for cancellations made a certain number of days before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.