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About this Race Series
Upstate Trail Series
11th Annual Age Group Competition
Upstate Race Series Website
13 Events | Distances 13.1 Miles & Under
Upstate Race Series has been hosting a wide range of trail and road events since 2013. Whether it's your first time lacing up your running shoes or your 100th time completing an ultra, we have the course, the distance, and the atmosphere to ensure your race weekend is challenging but rewarding. Let us be your "Sherpa" for the weekend as we lead you from starting line to finish line!
Welcome to the Upstate Trail Series — an exhilarating 13-event race series that beckons trail enthusiasts and nature lovers alike to embark on a journey through the stunning landscapes of Upstate South Carolina. Set against the backdrop of state and county parks, this series showcases the region's diverse terrain, offering trail runners an immersive experience that combines the thrill of competition with the beauty of the great outdoors. With a range of distances tailored to challenge all levels of runners, from seasoned trail veterans to those new to the off-road experience, the Upstate Trail Series invites participants to discover the untamed beauty of the Upstate in every step they take.
More than just a series of races, this trail-running adventure is also a testament to community spirit and support for the next generation of runners. By participating in the Upstate Trail Series, runners are contributing to the Giving Program that supports 30 local nonprofits each year. As you traverse trails that wind through picturesque landscapes, you not only accumulate points based on age group performance but also become part of a community dedicated to fostering a love for running and preserving the natural beauty that makes the Upstate truly special. Lace up your trail shoes, embrace the challenge, and join us in supporting both personal accomplishments and the future of running in the Upstate.
You are entered in the age group category based on your age as of December 31st of the current year. You may still place in your current age group category for individual races, but the series is scored based on your end-of-year age. Athletes are automatically entered into the series when they register for any race and are scored automatically by our timing software. To ensure automatic scoring, please use the same RunSignUp profile when registering for any Upstate Race Series event.
Maximum of 5 races can score. If you compete in more than 5 races, we will take your top 5 finishes.
Age Group Series Awards
We recognize our top 3 award winners at the end of the year at our Annual Awards Ceremony, with awards made by Hickory Handcrafted.
- 1st Place
- 2nd Place
- 3rd Place
Scoring — races scored per your age group as of 12/31 of that year
| 1st Place | 10 points |
| 2nd Place | 9 points |
| 3rd Place | 8 points |
| 4th Place | 7 points |
| 5th Place | 6 points |
| 6th Place | 5 points |
| 7th Place | 4 points |
| 8th Place | 3 points |
| 9th Place | 2 points |
| 10th Place & remaining finishers | 1 point |
Age Group Categories
- 20–29
- 30–34
- 35–39
- 40–44
- 45–49
- 50–54
- 55–59
- 60–64
- 65–69
- 70–79
- 80+
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this race series or its scoring, please use the following email address:
Included Events
Resolution Run/Walk
3 Hour
Saturday January 2, 2021
Simpsonville, SC US
Harbison 50k & 25k Trail Race
Harbison 25k
Sunday January 10, 2021
Columbia, SC US
The Snowbird Challenge (13.1 - 26.2 - 50k & Relay)
Rucking Rudolph
Saturday January 23, 2021
Greenville, SC US
The Snowbird Challenge (13.1 - 26.2 - 50k & Relay)
Hibernate Half (5 x 2.62)
Saturday January 23, 2021
Greenville, SC US
The Snowbird Challenge (13.1 - 26.2 - 50k & Relay)
Toboggan Trot (2 x 2.62)
Saturday January 23, 2021
Greenville, SC US
Sassafras 8 Mile Run/Walk
Sassafras Shuttle (16k)
Saturday January 30, 2021
Sunset, SC US
Sassafras 8 Mile Run/Walk
Sassafras Struggle (8k)
Saturday January 30, 2021
Sunset, SC US
Prisoner of War Trail Race (50k - 25k - 8mi)
Infantry 25k
Sunday February 14, 2021
Spartanburg, SC US
Conquer the Rock 25k & 50k
Bear Crawl 25k
Sunday March 7, 2021
Pickens, SC US
Paris Mountain Half Marathon Race Series
Altamont Half Marathon
Saturday April 3, 2021
Travelers Rest, SC US
Knock On Wood Trail Run/Hike - 13.1 & 10k
Pleasant Ridge 10 Mile
Sunday April 25, 2021
Marietta, SC US
Firebreak Running Festival
Firebreak FKT 5 Mile Race
Saturday May 15, 2021
Columbia, SC US
Carolina Reaper Challenge (13.1 - 26.2 - 50k & Relay)
Ghost Pepper Half Marathon (5 x 2.62)
Saturday July 17, 2021
Greenville, SC US
Carolina Reaper Challenge (13.1 - 26.2 - 50k & Relay)
Jalapeno 2 x 2.62
Saturday July 17, 2021
Greenville, SC US
Sandhills Trail Race Series (30 Hour - 50k - 25k - 7.5 Mile)
Sesqui 25k
Saturday August 21, 2021
Columbia, SC US
Sandhills Trail Race Series (30 Hour - 50k - 25k - 7.5 Mile)
Sesqui 5 Mile
Sunday August 22, 2021
Columbia, SC US
Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon
Jones Gap 9 Mile Trail Run & Hike
Saturday September 11, 2021
Marietta, SC US
The Back 9
6 Hour (Sand Wedge)
Saturday September 18, 2021
Greenville, SC US
Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Halloween 5 Mile Night Run
Sunday October 31, 2021
Mill Spring, NC US
Dark Horse Trail Series (26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Dark Horse 25k
Sunday October 31, 2021
Mill Spring, NC US
Sadlers Creek Stumble (32 Hour - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Sadlers Creek Half Marathon
Sunday November 7, 2021
Anderson, SC US
Sadlers Creek Stumble (32 Hour - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10k)
Sadlers Creek 10k
Sunday November 7, 2021
Anderson, SC US
Lake Summit 10 Mile Run/Hike
Lake Summit 10 Mile
Saturday November 20, 2021
Zirconia, NC US
