
From the Organizer
To everyone who came out to run, walk, or cheer — thank you for supporting Occoneechee State Park and helping keep our community vibrant!
We are overwhelmed with gratitude for your support, which made this year’s Turkey Trot such a success! Your generosity and participation help move forward important projects at Occoneechee State Park — from the ADA-compliant fishing dock to the new 18-hole Disc Golf Course, and many other meaningful improvements that benefit families and the community all year long.
Thanks to your contributions, we were also proud to deliver 271 pounds of canned food to the local food bank.
Because of YOU, we are able to create more opportunities for outdoor recreation, environmental education, and family-friendly events.
The outpouring of support was truly overwhelming and is sincerely appreciated. We value your feedback, and we truly appreciate your patience as we keep working to make the Turkey Trot experience even better for everyone.
Sincerely,
The Friends of Occoneechee State Park
Events
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
61°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Clarksville.
Host City
Population
1,723
as of 2023
Elevation
358 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Occoneechee State Park Annual Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Cantaloupe 5k
23 miles away
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28 miles away
Central Children's Home Cross Country Festival Run
20 miles away
Medoc Trail Races
43 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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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.
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)
Occoneechee State Park Annual Turkey Trot
Nov 21, 2026