From the Organizer
Known as the “Toughest 5K in Glenvar”, this road course has approximately 300 feet of climb in the first half of the race, setting up an exciting descent for the second half of the race to the finish line.
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
87°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Roanoke Rgnl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
25,477
as of 2023
Elevation
1,018 ft
Nearest Airport
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 82 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Coming Up
The Big Run Roanoke
6 miles away
Rainbow Run 2026
6 miles away
Salem Distance Run
Less than a mile away
Joe LaRocco 5K and 1K Elementary School Run
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Fort Lewis 5K
Aug 15, 2026