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Paris Mountain Half Marathon
$70
$50
($15:
Ages 1 - 17)
8:00AM EDT
- 2:00PM EDT
Price increases after August 15, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
Sponsorship & Vendor Opportunities
$100
8:00AM EDT
- 2:00PM EDT
Registration ends October 11, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
The Upstate Race Series Presented by Snyder Construction Introduces
Paris Mountain Half Marathon
Paris Mountain State Park
Ready to tackle the trails of Paris Mountain?
What Goes Up Must Come Down!
Included in Registration
🏅 Finisher Medal – Earn your mountain badge!
🔢 Custom Race Bib – so a Mountain Lion knows who he is eating!
🖊️ Custom Race Tattoo – Rock your trail pride
🎁 Event-Themed Giveaways
🚙 Race Sticker – Perfect for your water bottle, cooler, or car window.
🥞 Post-Race Pancakes – Because trails taste better with syrup.
📸 Complimentary Race Photos – Capture those muddy, triumphant moments.
🎶 Music & Post-Race Hangout – Chill, chat, and soak it in.
💧 Wildly Charged Hydration Sample – A boost for the trail beast in you.
🥤 Custom Collapsible Hydration Cup – Eco-friendly and trail-ready.
Information
🌿 Paris Mountain Half Marathon - Fall Scenic Trail Adventure 🍂
Get ready for an epic fall adventure at the Paris Mountain Half Marathon, where rugged trails meet stunning autumn views 🍁! Set in the heart of Paris Mountain State Park, this challenging race offers 2,300 feet of elevation gain and takes you through some of South Carolina's most beautiful landscapes 🌲. Experience the thrill of tackling switchbacks, winding around tranquil lakes 🌊, and summiting the park’s highest peaks 🏞️. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or new to the sport, this race is your perfect opportunity to push your limits while soaking in the breathtaking fall scenery!
The course showcases the park’s diverse terrain 🌳, with lush forests, peaceful lakesides, and invigorating climbs. Navigate through vibrant fall foliage 🍂, enjoy serene moments near the water, and get rewarded with panoramic summit views that will leave you in awe. Each step offers a fresh challenge—whether it’s conquering steep ascents or savoring the quiet beauty of the lakes 🏞️.
Join a welcoming community of trail runners for a day of camaraderie and unforgettable views 🍁. With well-marked trails 🛤️, aid stations stocked with tasty treats, and energetic volunteers cheering you on, you’ll have everything you need to conquer the course. Celebrate your achievement and the beauty of nature in a fall wonderland—register today for the Paris Mountain Half Marathon and start your adventure!
🏃♂️ Race Day Details
📍 What: Paris Mountain 13.1 Trail Race
📍 Where: Paris Mountain State Park
🕗 When: Race starts at 8:00 AM
🏞️ Address: 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC 29609
📦 Packet Pickup: Shelter #3 behind the main parking lot @ 7:00 AM
🚗 Parking: The main gate opens at 6:30 AM. Access the park at 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC 29609.
💲 Park Fees: $6 adults, $3.75 SC seniors, $3.50 children ages 6-15, free for kids 5 & under.
📍 Course Map: Strava Course Map - HERE
The Half Marathon is a single 13.1-mile loop starting and finishing at Shelter #3, with a total elevation gain of 2,300 feet. The course includes a mix of single-track trails 🌲, wide switchbacks 🌀, three lakes with waterfalls 🌊, and two challenging climbs ⛰️.
💧 Aid Stations:
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Mile 4.6
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Mile 10.4
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Aid station items may include
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pickles 🥒cookies 🍪chips - fig newtons - pretzels 🥨.
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Hydration options
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water 💧
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coke 🥤
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ginger ale 🥤.
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Cup-less Event: Please bring your own hydration vessel 🏞️.
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We welcome donations of food items you love to see at races! 🌟
🏆 Race Awards & Age Group Trail Series
🎖️ Top 3 Overall (Male & Female)
The fastest three finishers will each receive a trophy to honor their achievement at the front of the pack!
🥇 Age Group Awards (Male & Female)
The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age group will earn an Age Group Series Medal 🏅—a custom piece to add to your finisher’s lanyard at the end of the event.
🌲 Upstate Trail Series Recognition
Our Age Group Trail Series highlights consistency and performance across the season!🏆 The Top 3 Male & Female in each age group will be recognized for total points earned throughout the series at our annual awards ceremony.
Age Group Categories:
- 👶 0–9
- 🧒 10–12
- 🧑🎓 13–16
- 🎓 17–19
- 🧑 20–29
- 👱 30–34
- 🧔 35–39
- 🧑🦰 40–44
- 🧓 45–49
- 👴 50–54
- 👵 55–59
- 🦳 60–64
- 🧙 65–69
- 🧝 70–79
- 🦄 80+
Any questions? Contact us today!
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Event Location
Paris Mountain State Park
2401 State Park Rd
Greenville, SC 29609 US
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