About This Race
The 5.5K serves as an accessible introduction to Pine Valley's forested terrain, offering newcomers and recreational runners a taste of technical trail running without the sustained climbs of the half marathon distance. This shorter option allows runners to focus on navigating roots and rocky sections while building confidence on single track, making it ideal for those transitioning from road running or testing their trail legs. The manageable distance ensures runners can maintain steady effort throughout while still experiencing the characteristic challenges of Pine Valley's wooded landscape.
Elevation Profile
Elevation profile estimated from terrain data. Actual course may differ.
The course gains 89 ft over 3 miles, with the steepest section between mile 0–mile 0.