Lake James Races
Lake James Races is a running race on April 10, 2027 in Nebo, NC, with entry fees from $45 to $55.
- Date
- April 10, 2027 (225 days to go)
- Location
- 6751 NC-126, Nebo, NC
- Price
- $45–$55
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Lake James 7 Miler & 5k races start and finish at Fonta Flora’s charming Whippoorwill Farm in Nebo, NC and take runners on the beautiful trails of Lake James State Park. With stunning views and light rolling hills, both courses are perfect for either a trail beginner or a seasoned runner.
Race Registration includes a Finisher medal, Race Shirt, 1 Fonta Flora beer on us (or N/A beverage!), & a donation to the Lake James Environmental Association .
All races are chip timed and are rain or shine. There is a 2HR course limit for the 7 Miler.
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
68°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marion, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Nebo, NC
City Elevation
1,135 ft
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 39 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 63 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running
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Lake James Races
Apr 10, 2027