Leftovers Trail Run
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Leftovers Trail Run : event overview
The Leftovers Trail Run is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, NC. The event offers two race distances and a staging area at Great Meadow Park, 161 Salt Cedar Lane, Chapel Hill. Each race distance is limited to 250 runners and the event cap is 500 participants.
Participants choose a vintage tee and a vintage medal from leftover stock from past races; any remaining tees will be sold after the event. There is a free Kids Race for Treasure for children 11 and under, with age-group starts and small prizes from a treasure chest. Awards and prizes are given to top overall finishers and to top finishers in standard age groups for the 5K and 10K. The event includes contests, giveaways, professional photography with free downloads, and on-course medical support.
Course and logistics
The courses use Briar Chapel’s trails within a 900-acre community that includes more than 20 miles of forested hiking and mountain biking routes. Both courses begin with just under half a mile of pavement and then use a mix of undulating double-track and flowy single-track with roots, rocks, and short hill climbs.
- 5K - measures 3.38 miles (5.4K), 217 feet of elevation gain
- 10K - measures 6.23 miles (10.02K), 380 feet of elevation gain
Aid stations are provided (5K: one on course plus finish; 10K: three on course plus finish). The event uses chip timing and offers abundant post-race food and beverage options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.