EVERY Wednesday

*FOR NOV-MAR

5:30pm START TIME*

5:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Chatuge Dam Trail 

ALL are welcome.

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Check out our monthly events below. 

Have something to post on our bulletin board? Shoot us an email with the event. 

DECEMBER 2025 CHALLENGE - 5K-A-Day

Scroll below for more details are where to sign up!

Next field trip:
TBD 


HRC December 2025 Challenge

5K-A-Day

This will mark our 1st monthly challenge for the club: 5K-A-Day for the entire month of December. This is a lofty goal with much to consider: time, family events, the possibility of getting sick, and working it in with travel. For those willing to take on the challenge, here's how it will work: 
  • 30 days of a minimum of 5K (3.1 miles). Month total = 93 miles

  • Run or walk counts. To substitute a cycle, it must be a 10k ride.

  • 1 get-out-of-a-day pass can be redeemed by completing a half marathon (13.1 miles). Only 1 pass will be up for grabs.

  • Miss a day or two? You're out - BUT you can still get an honorable challenge mention by completing 75 miles for the month. 

  • This challenge is for fun so it will be an honor system. Please keep track of your runs!

  • There will be a celebration in January. Date TBD. Awards TBD.

Join the challenge on the FB, IG, Strava app or email us!

Adventure mode

HRC Takes a Field Trip

The NEW year means it's time for NEW adventures.

ALL Field Trips are FREE - just show up on time for group photo.

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!!

DATES FOR 2026 - STAY TUNED
80 

Weekly Runs completed

Team Races

Bigfoot sightings 

15

Weekend Fieldtrip Runs

HRC Bulletin Board

Have an event you want to pin to the board?
Email: hayesvillerunningclub@gmail.com

Below: 

  • 12/6, 6pm, Alpine Helen Weihnachten 5K, Helen, GA

  • 12/9, 7:30am, Helen Holiday Half Marathon & 10k (trail running)

  • 1/25/26, Big Beach Marathon, Marathon, half, 5k, Gulf Shores, AL (8hr drive)

Great local areas to run in and near Hayesville

Fires Creek Rec. Area

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. 

Chatuge Dam Trail

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!

Jack Rabbit Trails

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. 

Murphy River Walk

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. 

Organizers: Alexandra and Zach
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 -
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