LLCA Raptor 5K
LLCA Raptor 5K is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Lake Lure, NC, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- October 31, 2026 (8 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Oct. 10, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
Rescheduled to October 31, 2026 @ 8:30am due to inclement weather.
Lake Lure Classical Academy
1058 Island Creek Rd., Lake Lure, NC 28746
Course Info: Run like a Lake Lure Classical Academy Raptor on our home Cross Country course! The course is a challenging mix of grass, paved paths, and trail. This course is not suitable for strollers.
Race starts in the rear of the school, behind the Raptor Center (gym). The course continues through the Dittmer-Watts nature trails and the Lake Lure green space, and returns to LLCA campus for the finish.
Purpose: To run, have fun and raise funds for LLCA Athletics and recreation equipment.
Register by Sep 19th by 11:59 p.m. to guarantee a T-Shirt.
Registration:
- Student rate for 18 and under is $15.
- Aug 1 through August 15 is $25.
- August 16th through September 19th is $30.
- September 20 until race day is $30
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
68°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lake Lure 2, 1 mi from the venue.
About Lake Lure, NC
Population
1,488
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,261 ft
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 71 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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8
Days to train
- Race
- LLCA Raptor 5K
- Date
- October 31, 2026
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LLCA Raptor 5K
Oct 31, 2026