
From the Organizer
This race is part of the Campbell County Running Series. Please visit https://foclsp.org/cc-running-series for details.
Packet pick up on Saturday will available from 6:30 am until 7:45 am at the admin building adjacent to the start line location.
LOCATION: Cove Lake State Park, I-75, Exit 134. After traffic light take first left to Cove Lake State Park entrance. Race Starts at 8 a.m. EDT
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A course with a beautiful view of nature on paved trails through the woods and along the lake shore. Cove Lake 5K has been a popular event from its beginning in 1998
REGISTRATION: Race Day on-line registration will close prior to 7:45
FEE: $30 After June 2 through race day the Race Fee will be $35
RACE SHIRT: Register by June 6 to insure shirt order & size. Race day packet pick-up. Runners will receive shirt on the day of race as supply last.
AWARDS: (Male & Female) Over all Winners: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd; Masters (40+), Grandmasters (50+) and Veterans (60+)
Age divisions: 12-under; 13-18; 19-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80-up
AFTER RACE REFRESHMENTS
INFORMATION: Contact race director: DARRELL BRANAM Email: branamt@bellsouth.net Race Day Registration and Timing by
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Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
87°
Low
66°
Conditions
Chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
40%
Wind
0 mph
Host City
Population
2,079
as of 2023
Elevation
1,186 ft
Nearest Airport
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Cove Lake 5K
Jun 13, 2026