Conquer the Rock 25k & 50k

Donations & Race Proceeds Supporting the Upstate Running Club Youth Team

Event Tiles

Table Rock to Pinnacle

$70

($15: Ages 1 - 17)

8:00AM EST - 7:00PM EST Price increases after December 1, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

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Bear Crawl

$50

($15: Ages 1 - 17)

8:00AM EST - 7:00PM EST Price increases after December 1, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

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$100 8:00AM EST - 7:00PM EST Registration ends March 7, 2026 at 11:59pm EST

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The Upstate Race Series Presented by Snyder Construction Introduces

Conquer The Rock

Foothills 50k & Bear Crawl 25k

Not for the faint of heart but the Conquer is worth the Climb!

Table Rock State Park

Included in Registration

⛰️ Epic Views of Table Rock & Pinnacle Mountain

🏅 Finisher Medal – Earn it the hard way!

🎽 Custom Race Bib – Your badge of honor

🎁 Event-Themed Giveaways – Trail treasures to take home

🥤 Reusable Collapsible Hydration Cup – Eco-friendly & race-ready

⚡ Wildly Charged Hydration Sample – Fuel your adventure

🎨 Race Sticker – For your cooler, water bottle, or laptop

📸 Complimentary Race Photos – Capture your mountain glory

🥞 Post-Run Pancakes – Because you earned every bite!

🎶 Pre & Post-Race Hangout w/ Music – Good vibes all around

⏱️ Chip Timing + Live Results – Real-time bragging rights

🌲The Toughest Trail Race in SC – Come prove it!

Information

🏞️ Welcome to the Mountain’s Challenge

So, you wish to walk among the clouds? ☁️ Then lace up, for this journey takes you over the mighty backs of Pinnacle Mountain and the legendary Table Rock, two of South Carolina’s tallest guardians of stone. 🗻

These trails? They ain't gentle. They're steep, rocky, and relentless—but also stunningly beautiful. 🌄 Every switchback, every climb, every gasping moment rewards you with panoramic views most only dream of. And when your legs tremble at the summit, the mountains whisper: You are strong. You are worthy.

🥾 Why You’ll Love (and Respect) This Race

🐻 Bear Crawl 25k – One brutal loop

🐐 Foothills 50k – Two soul-shaping laps

🪨 16,000 feet of elevation change

🏔️ Summits of Pinnacle & Table Rock

🌲 A tight-knit tribe of trail runners to share the journey with

Race Day Details

📍 Where: Table Rock State Park – Use West Gate Road

📆 When: March 7th, 2026 – Both races start at 8:00am sharp

🏕️ Start/Finish & Packet Pickup: Pinnacle Pavilion (90 min prior)

View the COURSE MAP HERE

🏃‍♂️ 50k Details

11 hour time limit ⏳
5 hour cutoff for 15.5 mile aid station

🏃‍♂️ 25k Details

11 hour cutoff

Aid Stations

Main Aid Station & Drop Bags at Mile 15

Pickles, cookies, chips, soda, salt, crackers, and more
If you like to bake. bring something to share with the trail fam!
🚫 Cup-Free Event! Bring yer own vessel!
🍽️ Required Per Loop:
- 32 oz fluids
- 500 calories
- ❗Failure to carry the required gear = disqualification. This trail respects only those who come prepared.

🪣 Water Only at

Mile 6
Mile 9
Mile 21
Mile 24

🏕️ Stay a While, Will Ya?
Table Rock is a gem of the Southeast—3,000 acres of rugged beauty, peaceful lakes, and cozy cabins. Make a weekend of it! 🏞️

So… are ye ready to Conquer the Rock?

🧗‍♂️ Come climb with us.
🔥 Come suffer with us.
🏔️ Come rise with us.

Cabins, Campsites, & Admissions

There are also Cabins available with a 2 night minimum! Come party with us Friday through Sunday. Camping Information : The park provides a 69-site camping area, located near the park entrance, and a 25-site camping area, located near White Oaks picnic area. Each site has individual water and electrical hookups, and picnic table. Some sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet. Both campgrounds are convenient to restrooms with hot showers. To make a camping reservation, call toll-free 1-866-345-7275 or make it online by clicking Park Reservation.

Camping reservations must be made for a minimum of two nights. Standard Sites with Elec. & Water : 94 sites start at $25/site/night. Discounted rates may be available for seasons of lower demand.

Gate Fee

Please have this fee ready at the gate when you enter the facility Saturday or Sunday unless you have the State Park Pass
- $6 adults
- $3.75 SC seniors (age 65 & older)
- $3.50 children ages 6-15
- ages 5 and under, free.

Table Rock State Park

W. Gate Road
Pickens, SC 29671 US View Location on Map

🏆 Race Awards & Age Group Trail Series

🎖️ Top 3 Overall (Male & Female)
The fastest three finishers will each receive a trophy to honor their achievement at the front of the pack!

🥇 Age Group Awards (Male & Female)
The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age group will earn an Age Group Series Medal 🏅—a custom piece to add to your finisher’s lanyard at the end of the event.

🌲 Upstate Trail Series Recognition
Our Age Group Trail Series highlights consistency and performance across the season!🏆 The Top 3 Male & Female in each age group will be recognized for total points earned throughout the series at our annual awards ceremony.

Upstate Trail Series

Race Day Countdown

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