Lake Conestee 8k
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Event overview
The Lake Conestee 8k Run/Walk takes place on September 20, 2026 at Lake Conestee Nature Park, 840 Mauldin Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. The event is listed as an 8k (5-mile loop) trail race with 285 feet of elevation gain. Registration opens January 1, 2026; listed entry fees are $29 for adults and $15 for ages 1–17. Included with registration are a finisher medal, free professional race photos, a custom race bib, a race sticker, event giveaways, chip timing with live results, and post-race pancakes.
Course and logistics
The course runs on soft, natural trails with some single-track sections and wooden boardwalks that cross rivers and flooded wetlands. Yellow arrows mark the route. Awards include top 3 overall male and female trophies and 1st–3rd age group medals across age categories from 0–9 up to 80+.
Packet pickup is on site at the pavilion and packets must be picked up by the participant. Parking and park admission are free; start and finish are within sight of the pavilion. There is a drop-bag area at the pavilion. Dogs and headphones are allowed. There is a 90-minute time limit to complete the course. There is no water on course, but water is available at the finish line; restrooms are on site. Race-day mobile registration is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.