Course Maps

5 mile Race Course Description

The 5 mile course is set above 5000 ft. in elevation with 360 degree views of the majestic mountains such as Grandfather, Mount Mitchell, and Snake Mountain. You will start out with a gradual climb before finding a mile of nice rolling pavement. Shortly after a fast descent you will cross the Beech Mountain Resort Ski Slopes, which open your eyes to 100-mile views of the surrounding High Country. It is all downhill after a 1/2 mile climb to the Land of Oz. This is a very challenging, but fun course. Although it features a tough climb, and demanding hills, the course is still fast and recently saw a new record of 28:00! Are you up to the challenge of breaking that record in 2012?

Race Entry Information

Race entry is $30.00 for the 5 miler and 1.5 mile fun run/walk. Pre-registered racers are guaranteed a race t-shirt, a post-race meal voucher, and other free swag in the works. For those of you 21 and over, you will also receive 2 free adult beverages upon finishing one of the A Cool 5 races. Race Day registration will be available; however, race t-shirts and swag will be given out on a first come, first serve basis and sizes may be limited. Be sure to register early to get your race T and swag!

Note: Running Strollers are allowed on the entire race course. Dogs will be allowed for the 1.5 mile fun run/walk event. Doggy water stops and "doggy bags" will be made available on the course as well!