CLIFFS of the NEUSE
CLIFFS of the NEUSE is a running and trail running race on March 20, 2027 in Seven Springs, NC, with entry fees from $25 to $70.
- Date
- March 20, 2027 (172 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$70
- Sports
- RunningTrail Running
From the Organizer
Come experience our original trail race! Cliffs of the Neuse State Park's 7th spring trail race! We will have 4ish and 8ish mile distances as well as a 4ish mile hike option. Also a 25k and a 50k ULTRA distance!
START/FINISH AREA AT THE BIG PICNIC SHELTER WITH REAL PARKING AND REAL BATHROOMS!
The course will start and finish at the big picnic shelter by the lake parking lot. There will be a short section of gravel road but the 4ish mile loop, 8ish mile lollipop, and 50K/25K laps will be mostly beautiful single and double track. The curvy trails include significant elevation change and views of the river and lake. All courses will be marked and all runs will be timed.
Everyone will park in the large lot by the lake.
50k/25k will start at 9:00a check in 8:00a to 8:45a
All other distances will start at 9:30a check in 8:15a to 9:15a
HIKE: Kids 5 and under can participate in the hike for free as long as they are accompanied by a registered guardian.
Online registration ends March 18th.
As always we will have delicious cookies and a small meal waiting at the finish line! (gluten free and plant based of course)
Also stick around for awards and mouth running!
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
65°
Typical Low
40°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mt Olive 6se, 7 mi from the venue.
About Seven Springs, NC
City Elevation
156 ft
Nearest Airport
OAJ
Albert J Ellis Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 67 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Waiting For?
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172
Days to train
- Race
- CLIFFS of the NEUSE
- Date
- March 20, 2027
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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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CLIFFS of the NEUSE
Mar 20, 2027