About this Race Series

Upstate Trail Series in 2024 will be hosting the 6th Annual age group competition! The series will be comprised of 10 different events throughout the year. Upstate Race Series has been hosting a wide range of trail and road events since 2013. Whether it is your first time lacing up your running shoes or the 100th time you have completed an ultra we have the course, the distance, and the atmosphere to ensure your race weekend is challenging but rewarding. Let us be your "Sherpa" for the weekend as we lead you from starting line to finish line!
 
Welcome to the Upstate Trail Series, an exhilarating 17-event race series that beckons trail enthusiasts and nature lovers alike to embark on a journey through the stunning landscapes of Upstate South Carolina. Set against the backdrop of state and county parks, this series showcases the region's diverse terrain, offering trail runners an immersive experience that combines the thrill of competition with the beauty of the great outdoors. With a range of distances tailored to challenge all levels of runners, from seasoned trail veterans to those new to the off-road experience, the Upstate Trail Series invites participants to discover the untamed beauty of the Upstate in every step they take.
 
More than just a series of races, this trail-running adventure is also a testament to community spirit and support for the next generation of runners. By participating in the Upstate Trail Series, runners contribute to the Upstate Running Club's non-profit youth team, empowering young athletes to pursue their passion for running. As you traverse trails that wind through picturesque landscapes, you not only accumulate points based on age group performance but also become part of a community dedicated to fostering a love for running and preserving the natural beauty that makes the Upstate truly special. Lace up your trail shoes, embrace the challenge, and join us in supporting both personal accomplishments and the future of running in the Upstate.

 

Upstate Trail Series Schedule: 
 

*You are entered in the age group category based off of your age on December 31st of this year. You may still place in your current age group category for the individual races but the series is scored based on your end of year age. Athletes are automatically entered into the series when they register for any race and are scored automatically with our timing software. To ensure automatic scoring please use the same RunSignUp profile when registering for any Upstate Race Series event.

*Maximum of 10 Races Can Score (if you compete in more than 10 races we will take your top 5 finishes)

 

Age Group Series Awards for 2024

Discounts for Points! We will still recognize our top 3 award winners but we are giving everyone a chance to jump in on the discount action! Scoring is easy! Sign up for one of the 10 races listed below and when you finish you will score points based off the criteria below. The best part is you even score points for finishing! These races are not easy so we want to encourage everyone to push themselves to the very end! Discounts can be used up to 5 times per age group winner.
  • 100 Points = 100% OFF 
  • 75 - 99 Points = 75% OFF
  • 50 - 74 Points = 50% OFF
  • 25 - 49 Points = 25 % OFF
  • 10 - 24 Points - 15% OFF

 

Races will be scored per your age group as of 12/31/2024

  • 1st Place - 10 points
  • 2nd place - 9 points
  • 3rd Place - 8 points
  • 4th Place - 7 points
  • 5th Place - 6 points
  • 6th Place - 5 points
  • 7th Place - 4 points
  • 8th Place - 3 points
  • 9th Place - 2 points
  • 10th Place and all remaining finishers receive 1 point

 

Age Group Categories

  • 0-9
  • 10-12    
  • 13-16
  • 17-19
  • 20-29    
  • 30-34    
  • 35-39    
  • 40-44    
  • 45-49    
  • 50-54    
  • 55-59    
  • 60-64    
  • 65-69    
  • 70-79    
  • 80+    
 

Register for individual Races HERE

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this race series or its scoring, please use the following email address:


Included Events

Hartness Half Marathon & 5K
5K

Saturday January 13, 2024
Greenville, SC US

Hartness Half Marathon & 5K
Half Marathon

Saturday January 13, 2024
Greenville, SC US

Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk
Icebreaker 8K Run

Saturday February 3, 2024
Piedmont, SC US

Conquer the Rock 25k & 50k
Foothills 50K

Saturday March 2, 2024
Pickens, SC US

Conquer the Rock 25k & 50k
Bear Crawl 25k

Sunday March 3, 2024
Pickens, SC US

Sassafras 8 Mile
Sassafras Struggle (8k)

Saturday March 23, 2024
Sunset, SC US

The Country Mile 48 Hour - Run/Walk
The Country Mile (48 Hour)

Friday April 5, 2024
Slater-Marietta, SC US

Knock On Woodstock Trail 13.1 & 10k
Hipster Hustle 5 Mile

Saturday May 11, 2024
Marietta, SC US

Knock On Woodstock Trail 13.1 & 10k
Woodstock 25k

Saturday May 11, 2024
Marietta, SC US

Knock On Woodstock Trail 13.1 & 10k
Forest Funk Marathon

Saturday May 11, 2024
Marietta, SC US

Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Dark Horse Half Marathon

Saturday August 24, 2024
Mill Spring, NC US

Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Dark Horse Marathon

Saturday August 24, 2024
Mill Spring, NC US

Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Dark Horse 10k

Saturday August 24, 2024
Mill Spring, NC US

Lake Conestee 8k Run/Walk
Lake Conestee Nature Park 8k

Saturday August 31, 2024
Greenville, SC US

Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon
Jones Gap Half Marathon

Saturday September 14, 2024
Marietta, SC US

Long Night in Lanford
Afraid of the Dark 5k

Saturday November 16, 2024
Enoree, SC US

Long Night in Lanford
Long Night in Lanford

Saturday November 16, 2024
Enoree, SC US

Midland Mountain Trail Series
Midland Mountain Marathon

Saturday November 23, 2024
Columbia, SC US

Midland Mountain Trail Series
Broad River Half Marathon

Saturday November 23, 2024
Columbia, SC US

Tacky Sweater 5k Run/Walk
Tacky Sweater 5k

Saturday December 21, 2024
Greenville, SC US


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