Check out our monthly events below.
Have something to post on our bulletin board? Shoot us an email with the event.
There will be a main walking and running group for each location, but running with a partner is also encouraged! Upon arrival for each, let us know if you plan to run in partners (and how far/long you plan to run) or with main groups.
Some of these locations do not have access to drinking water! Please prepare accordingly!!
Meet at the Fires Creek Picnic area - free parking. There are composting restrooms here but no drinking water fountains/spickets. Creek opens wide at this spot and there are beautiful short hikes that will take you to the top of the falls.
Meet at the Trail head. Please note the road to get there is composed of dirt and bumpy - please drive slow. There are 5 main trails. Noteworthy: The Gobbler is 5.1 miles The Grape Smuggler is 2.1, The Flaming Azalea is 1.6, and the Rhodo-Coaster is 3.75. This will be a trail run or hike meaning the pace will be much slower than you'd expect.
Meet at Konehete Park, Pavilion 3. Parking is free, there are multiple restrooms and access to drinking water. From here, we will start on the paved park trail then hit the dirt, gravel, and boardwalks of the main trail.
Meet at the baseball fields. This beautiful park was designed for fun in the sun. ~5 miles of trail, consisting of paving, rocks & dirt, leads you around the entire park. Prepare for ups and downs!
Meet at Wesley's Playground across from the McDonalds (573 NE Main St, Franklin, NC 28734). There are restrooms and water access. From here, we will run south. This is a good miler but is an out and back, so any distance and time will be enjoyable. This is mostly paved and is a relaxing and beautiful run.
Now this will be a glorious run. Meet at Thunder Rock Campground parking. There is access to restrooms and water. The run will begin at Thunder Rock Campground and go along the Ocoee River along the Rhodo Trail. This is an out and back, with the whole trail around 8 miles - but is gorgeous the entire way - so any time or distance you want will be worth it. Prepare for gravel, dirt, and boardwalks
A Hayesville favorite. Meet at the Fires Creek Picnic area. NO WATER access but there is a restroom. We'll be running up the forest road (well packed dirt and gravel). Run up until you can't take anymore, then it's all downhill coming back. End your run with a dip in the chilly waters of Fires Creek. It's hard to beat for a weekend run.
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Bigfoot sightings
Weekend Fieldtrip Runs
Great for hiking, swimming and fishing - but even better for running. There are over 30 miles of trails with multiple river crossings and a forest dirt and gravel road that will take you 13 miles up into the park. Be aware though, there is no drinking water - bring enough with you. Restrooms located at Picnic area and Bristol Horse camp.
From the top of the dam through the campgrounds, this ~4 mile trail is paved. During camping season there is access to restrooms and drinking water. You'll find many runners here and this is where we meet each Wednesday evening!
There are roughly 15 miles of manmade trails shared by hikers and bikers. The entrance offers drinking water and restrooms. The paths are well worn, well marked, and totally in the woods. Be sure to keep an ear and eye out for bikers as they have priority on the trails.
There are many points of access throughout Murphy to this beautiful and well-maintained trial. The trail is approx. 3 miles and consists of dirt, boardwalks and some paved sections. It can be stretched to 5-6 miles adding the paved path in the Murphy Health Center area. Many areas to exit.
We want to continue providing a free event for the lovely community of Hayesville, NC.
This club is intended to bring folks together. We fully believe in our motto and welcome all -
Run, Walk, Stare at Lake...
