Broad River Half Marathon Run/Hike

ed elevation throughout. Finish A Thanksgiving-style meal The post-race meal is the part people talk about: a Thanksgiving-style Southern meal, a hearty meat-and-three, with veggie options available, plus music and a hangout with tunes, food, and fellowship. 1:30 PM Time limit 5 hours. After Results and photos Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Want your finish time the moment you cross the line? Sign up for result notifications by text or email. Free event photos are usually up within 48–72 hours on our Facebook page. Why Harbison Harbison is 2,100 acres of working forest inside the Columbia city limits, laced with some of the best-maintained trail in the state. The elevation is varied without ever being brutal — enough to keep the legs honest across thirteen miles, not so much that it turns into a climbing day. Every finisher receives a medal, a custom event-branded race bib, a race tattoo, and a race sticker, and your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series. The Course Well-maintained trails perfect for a fall celebration, running through tall pines and hardwoods and crossing peaceful creeks, with varied elevation throughout. Expect crunching leaves underfoot and crisp autumn air. View the course map Parking When you arrive, follow our directional arrows to parking near the gazebo by the start/finish line. There is no parking fee for runners: Upstate Race Series pays the forest’s day-use fee on your behalf. Aid Stations Three aid stations: mile 4.8, mile 11, and the start/finish area. Available snacks PicklesCookiesChipsFig NewtonsAssorted candyPretzels Hydration WaterCokeGinger ale Cup-less event — please bring your own hydration vessel. What's Included ✓ A Thanksgiving-Style Southern Meal A hearty meat-and-three at the finish, with veggie options available. ✓ Custom Race Bib Your badge of the journey. ✓ Chip Timing & Live Results Track your effort, splits included. ✓ Race Branded Finisher Medal To commemorate the triumph. ✓ Custom Race Tattoo Wear the moment proudly. ✓ Race Stickers Keep the memory riding shotgun on your bottle, cooler, or laptop. ✓ Post Race Vibes and Media Coverage Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory — hang around at the finish line and celebrate. Race Awards 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 of 15 age categories will earn an age group medal — a custom piece to add to your finisher's lanyard at the end of the event. Series Recognition This race counts toward season-long age group recognition in this series: Upstate Trail Series Series Awards Run the series and earn more than a finish: Series Finisher — finish 5 races in a series to earn that series’ Finisher coin and Finisher tee. Free and earned on the course, never sold. Upstate 250 Club — log 250 or more race miles across Upstate Race Series events in a season to earn the 250 Club buckle. The Anchor Award — the runner with the most race miles across the Upstate Race Series keeps the Anchor Award for the year, and their name goes on it for good. 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+ Giving Back This race supports Play4Kay The Kay Yow Cancer Fund's fundraising program, which pays for research and support for every cancer affecting women. They host their own race too: The Pink Walk & 5K. Visit Play4KayThe Pink Walk & 5KDonate Every Upstate Race Series event is part of the Upstate Giving Series, which connects our 30 races with 30 nonprofit organizations serving communities across the Upstate. Your registration and any donation you add at checkout go to work close to home — you are not just running a race, you are funding the work of a neighbor. Upstate Giving Series. Groups & Teams SAVE $5 GROUPS OF 5+ RUN CLUBS & CREWS Run it with your crew. Your club is probably already here. Join it when you register and save when your group hits 5. 1 Find your club 50+ Upstate run clubs are preloaded. 2 Join at sign-up Pick it during registration, or start your own crew. 3 Hit 5 runners Everyone in the group saves $5. Early sign-ups get it back automatically. ALREADY ON THE LIST Upstate Running ClubRockers Run ClubWR@DRunning for BrewsSwamp CommonersHub City RunnersDouble Stamp Run Club+ 44 more Find your clubRegister with your crew The Upstate Running Club welcomes all local and regional running clubs to our events — the more the merrier. Calling all running clubs and social run groups: Upstate Race Series welcomes crews of all kinds to join the fun. Whether your squad is full of weekend warriors, sunrise chasers, or runners motivated by the promise of a cold drink at the finish, we've got an event for you. Sign up, share with friends and local running clubs, and cash in on race discounts and refunds when your team, run club, or band of misfits hits 5 runners or more. Good to Know Are dogs allowed on the course? Yes, absolutely. Are headphones or earbuds allowed? Yes, just be mindful of your surroundings. Be careful at trail and road crossings, and be courteous of other runners who may need to pass on narrow trails. Can someone else pick up my packet for me? No — all packet pickup is race day only. If you are running late, we can assist you at that time. Is there race-day registration? Yes, you can register on your mobile device on race day up until the start. Where are the start and finish lines? Adjacent to the gazebo at Harbison State Forest. Following the parking signs will lead you there. Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items? Yes, all drop bags can be placed inside the gazebo. Are there restrooms near the start/finish or on course? Plenty of portables at the start line, but none on the course — making do in the woods will have to suffice. Will I get a medal or a shirt? All finishers receive a medal, and age group awards are available. Shirts and race gear are available in our apparel store. What happens if there's bad weather? Upstate Race Series races run rain or shine. In the event of lightning, extreme heat, or hazardous winter conditions, we'll post an update on this page and email registered runners as early as possible. Entry fees aren't refunded for weather delays — see Managing Your Registration below. Can spectators come watch? Spectators are welcome. Runner parking fills up race morning — if you're only here to cheer, plan for overflow parking nearby. Managing Your Registration Everything about your entry lives in your RunSignUp profile. Sign in, find this race under your upcoming events, and make the change yourself — there is no need to email us first. From there you can: ✓ Transfer your entry to another runner ✓ Transfer your entry to a different Upstate Race Series event ✓ Update your personal details — name, address, emergency contact, shirt size ✓ Manage add-ons, store items, and apparel purchases All entries are final. We do not offer refunds or deferrals — but every option above stays open to you right up to race day, so a change of plans does not have to mean a wasted entry. Manage my registration Let's Stay Connected Follow along, gear up, and keep up with everything Upstate Race Series This race Register Course map Directions Race groups Results Race photos Race apparel Manage my registration Series & giving Upstate Trail Series Upstate Giving Series Play4Kay The Pink Walk & 5K Donate Upstate Race Series UpstateRaceSeries.com Questions? Use the contact form below or tap the chat button in the corner. Instagram @upstateraceseries Facebook: Upstate Race Series Apparel store