
From the Organizer
Sun. Sweat. Sand. Strength.
Experience the energy of LAKEROX—a HYROX-style hybrid fitness competition set right on the beach at Smith Mountain Lake Community Park.
Hosted by Ferguson Fitness and Franklin County Parks & Recreation, this one-of-a-kind event combines the intensity of functional fitness with the fun, laid-back feel of a beach party.
Athletes will alternate running laps with 8 challenging exercise zones:
1. 50 Battle Rope Slams
2. 50 m Tire Drag
3. 50 Kettlebell Swings
4. 80 m Burpee Broad Jumps
5. 50 Jumping Jacks / 25 Hand-Release Pushups
6. 200 m Farmer Carry
7. 100 m Walking Sandbag Lunges
8. 50 Medicine Ball Tosses
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just love to move, LAKEROX is your chance to push yourself, soak up the sunshine, and experience fitness in a whole new way.
Challenge yourself. Embrace the vibe. Conquer the course!
Weather
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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rocky Mt, 17 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
952 ft
Nearest Airport
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 76 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at LAKEROX, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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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)
LAKEROX
Sep 12, 2026