Upstate Race Series Presents

 Sassafras Mountain 8k & 8mi 

The Tallest Point in South Carolina!

 Sponsored by the Upstate Running Club 

 March 23th 2024 

Race Information
Climb the Tallest Mountain in South Carolina

Sassafras Struggle (8k)

$45 $25
($0: Ages 0 - 8) ($15: Ages 9 - 17)
7:00AM EDT - 12:00PM EDT
150 spots left. Registration Opens October 1, 2023 at 12:00am EDT
Started at the Bottom Now We Here!

Sassafras Shuttle (8 Mile)

$55 $30
($0: Ages 0 - 8) ($15: Ages 9 - 17)
7:00AM EDT - 1:00PM EDT
150 spots left. Registration Opens October 1, 2023 at 12:00am EDT

Sassafras Mountain is the highest point in South Carolina, with an elevation of 3,560 feet. It is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, on the border of Pickens and Oconee counties, and is part of the Jocassee Gorges region. The mountain is a popular spot for hiking and offers scenic views of the surrounding area. Sassafras Mountain is also home to the Sassafras Mountain Observation Tower, which provides a panoramic view of the Jocassee Gorges & Table Rock

  • Finisher Medal

  • Custom Race Logo Sticker

  • Upstate Race Series Sticker

  • Complimentary Race Photos

  • Crew Socks

  • Custom Race Bib

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Sassafras Struggle (8k)

Next price increase is Thursday, January 4, 2024 Register Now! $25

Sassafras Shuttle (8 Mile)

Next price increase is Thursday, January 4, 2024 Register Now! $30

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