XC Experience

XC Experience is a 5k running event held in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, on September 20, 2025. The two-lap course runs on the R-S Central High School Cross Country layout, featuring mostly packed dirt and grass trails with a few paved sections. Runners start at the north end zone of the football field, travel through woods under a canopy of foliage and rolling fields, and finish on a stadium track.

The course is described as suitable for runners, joggers, and walkers, with spectators afforded multiple opportunities to cheer throughout the race. Registration costs range from $25–$30 for adults and $10–$15 for youth, with ROC Race Series sponsorship. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.