From the Organizer
A 5K off road/cross country run in the Vein Mtn. area (south of Glenwood). T-shirts will be limited to the 1st 30 registered runners and medals will be given to all finishers.
Events
Weather
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
61°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marion, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Marion, NC
Population
7,594
as of 2023
Elevation
1,445 ft
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 34 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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159
Days to train
- Race
- Gold Mine River Run 5K
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 251 Lucky Strike Dr, Marion, NC
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Gold Mine River Run 5K?
- Gold Mine River Run 5K is a running race held in Marion, North Carolina on November 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Gold Mine River Run 5K?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Marion, North Carolina at 251 Lucky Strike Dr, Marion, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Gold Mine River Run 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Gold Mine River Run 5K
Nov 14, 2026