From the Organizer
Lace up for a beautiful cause. Run the scenic Creeper Trail in Damascus and support rare cancer research on this out and back 5K route. Every 5K finisher brings us closer to breakthroughs for patients who need them most.
The Penny F. Garrett Sarcoma Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organized in 2010 to raise awareness and much-needed funding for research for all rare cancers.
Through the Creeper Trail Ride to End Cancer, we have contributed over $1.25 million dollars for rare cancer research.
100% of funds raised will be sent to The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX.
EIN: 27-1621457
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Abingdon 3s, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
2,405 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Coming Up
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Creeper Trail Run to End Cancer - 5K Run/Walk
Jul 25, 2026