About This Race
The Cedarock Trail Run brings together Burlington, North Carolina's trail running community each spring for a uniquely social racing experience. Set within Cedarock Park's rolling terrain, this event offers something for everyone through its multi-distance format and relay options. Runners can tackle solo efforts across 5K, 10K, or half marathon distances, or form relay teams to share the half marathon workload among friends. What sets this race apart is its loop-based course design, featuring four distinct 5K+ segments that showcase different aspects of the park's trail system. The social atmosphere extends beyond race day, creating connections within the Triangle area's running community. With its convenient location between Chapel Hill and Durham, the event draws runners from across the Research Triangle region. The race format encourages both competitive racing and recreational participation, making it accessible to runners of varying experience levels. The relay option particularly appeals to mixed-ability groups and newcomers to trail running who want to experience longer distances in a supportive team environment.
The course consists of four unique loop segments of approximately 5K each, all contained within Cedarock Park's trail network. According to the available data, the terrain is entirely path-based with no road or track sections, suggesting a pure trail experience through the park's wooded areas. The minimal elevation profile indicates relatively gentle terrain suitable for runners transitioning from road to trail running.
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Practical Info
April in North Carolina typically offers mild spring conditions with temperatures in the 60s-70s Fahrenheit, though morning starts may be cooler.
RDU - Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Burlington offers standard hotel chains, with additional lodging options in nearby Chapel Hill and Durham for those wanting to explore the Triangle area.
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Notable Features
The multi-loop format allows spectators and crew to see runners multiple times throughout the race, creating an unusually social atmosphere for a trail event. The relay option encourages team participation and makes longer distances accessible to newer trail runners.