Name: Paris Mountain Half Marathon
Start: 2026-10-10
End: 2026-10-10
Location: Greenville, South Carolina

About the Event

🌿 Paris Mountain Half Marathon - Fall Scenic Trail Adventure 🍂

Get ready for an epic fall adventure at the Paris Mountain Half Marathon, where rugged trails meet stunning autumn views 🍁! Set in the heart of Paris Mountain State Park, this challenging race offers 2,300 feet of elevation gain and takes you through some of South Carolina's most beautiful landscapes 🌲. Experience the thrill of tackling switchbacks, winding around tranquil lakes 🌊, and summiting the park’s highest peaks 🏞️. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or new to the sport, this race is your perfect opportunity to push your limits while soaking in the breathtaking fall scenery!

The course showcases the park’s diverse terrain 🌳, with lush forests, peaceful lakesides, and invigorating climbs. Navigate through vibrant fall foliage 🍂, enjoy serene moments near the water, and get rewarded with panoramic summit views that will leave you in awe. Each step offers a fresh challenge—whether it’s conquering steep ascents or savoring the quiet beauty of the lakes 🏞️.

Join a welcoming community of trail runners for a day of camaraderie and unforgettable views 🍁. With well-marked trails 🛤️, aid stations stocked with tasty treats, and energetic volunteers cheering you on, you’ll have everything you need to conquer the course. Celebrate your achievement and the beauty of nature in a fall wonderland—register today for the Paris Mountain Half Marathon and start your adventure!

🏃‍♂️ Race Day Details

📍 What: Paris Mountain 13.1 Trail Race

📍 Where: Paris Mountain State Park

🕗 When: Race starts at 8:00 AM

🏞️ Address: 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC 29609

📦 Packet Pickup: Shelter #3 behind the main parking lot @ 7:00 AM

🚗 Parking: The main gate opens at 6:30 AM. Access the park at 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC 29609.

💲 Park Fees: $6 adults, $3.75 SC seniors, $3.50 children ages 6-15, free for kids 5 & under.

📍 Course Map: Strava Course Map - HERE

The Half Marathon is a single 13.1-mile loop starting and finishing at Shelter #3, with a total elevation gain of 2,300 feet. The course includes a mix of single-track trails 🌲, wide switchbacks 🌀, three lakes with waterfalls 🌊, and two challenging climbs ⛰️.

💧 Aid Stations:

Mile 4.6
Mile 10.4
Aid station items may include
- pickles 🥒cookies 🍪chips - fig newtons - pretzels 🥨.
- Hydration options
  - water 💧
  - coke 🥤
  - ginger ale 🥤.
Cup-less Event: Please bring your own hydration vessel 🏞️.
We welcome donations of food items you love to see at races! 🌟

Upstate Race Series Registration Policies & Options

✅ Transfers

Registered participants may transfer their entry to another person through their RunSignUp profile
Transfer & Manage Registration HERE

✅ Distance Changes

Participants may switch to a different race distance (e.g., drop from Half Marathon to 5K).
Switch Distance & Manage Registration HERE

✅ Club & Referral Discounts

Join the Upstate Running Club and receive 15% OFF registration.
Refer 2+ runners and receive $5 OFF.

✅ Race Shirts & Swag

Race shirts are sold and shipped separately.
Finisher medals and awards (age group & overall) are not shipped.

✅ Refunds & Deferrals

No refunds or deferrals will be offered (unless the event sells out).
If the race sells out, you may request a 50% OFF code for a future Upstate Race Series event.

Races Offered

Paris Mountain Half Marathon

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$40.00

25k Finisher

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 25k Finisher

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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0.00

Altamont Half Marathon

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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0.00

Battle of Terrain (Combined Series) Results

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 26.2 Miles

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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0.00

Kids 1 Mile Run

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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$0.00

North Lake 13.1

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

terrain

Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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$50.00

North Lake 25k

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 25K

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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$55.00

North Lake Half Marathon

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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0.00

Paris Mountain 50 Miler

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 50 Miles

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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0.00

Paris Mountain 50k

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 50K

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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0.00

Paris Mountain Half Marathon

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

terrain

Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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$30.00

Sponsorship & Vendor Opportunities

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — Sponsorship & Vendor Opportunities

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Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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$100.00

Virtual Option (Any Distance) Includes Medal

Oct 10, 2026

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Distance — Virtual Option (Any Distance) Includes Medal

terrain

Type — Running

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236 days remaining

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$30.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Greenville.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 11.1° / 22.3°

wb_sunny 9.0° / 20.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 9.7 /

water_drop 65.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 11.1° / 22.3°

wb_sunny 9.0° / 20.6°

air 9.7 km/h

water_drop 65.8%

About Greenville

Greenville has been described as Athens, Georgia for adults. It is the county seat and largest city of Greenville County, South Carolina, United States. Greenville is also the center of the largest metropolitan area of South Carolina. Columbia, Charleston, and North Charleston have more people, but the urban area around Greenville is larger. With its historic homes and modern office towers, Greenville is said to be where "Old South" meets "New South".

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Paris Mountain Half Marathon

About the Event

🌿 Paris Mountain Half Marathon - Fall Scenic Trail Adventure 🍂

🏃‍♂️ Race Day Details

📍 What: Paris Mountain 13.1 Trail Race

📍 Where: Paris Mountain State Park

🕗 When: Race starts at 8:00 AM

🏞️ Address: 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC 29609

📦 Packet Pickup: Shelter #3 behind the main parking lot @ 7:00 AM

🚗 Parking: The main gate opens at 6:30 AM. Access the park at 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC 29609.

💲 Park Fees: $6 adults, $3.75 SC seniors, $3.50 children ages 6-15, free for kids 5 & under.

📍 Course Map: Strava Course Map - HERE

The Half Marathon is a single 13.1-mile loop starting and finishing at Shelter #3, with a total elevation gain of 2,300 feet. The course includes a mix of single-track trails 🌲, wide switchbacks 🌀, three lakes with waterfalls 🌊, and two challenging climbs ⛰️.

💧 Aid Stations:

Mile 4.6

Mile 10.4

Aid station items may include

pickles 🥒cookies 🍪chips - fig newtons - pretzels 🥨.

Hydration options

water 💧

coke 🥤

ginger ale 🥤.

Cup-less Event: Please bring your own hydration vessel 🏞️.

We welcome donations of food items you love to see at races! 🌟

Upstate Race Series Registration Policies & Options

✅ Transfers

✅ Distance Changes

✅ Club & Referral Discounts

✅ Race Shirts & Swag

✅ Refunds & Deferrals

Races Offered

Paris Mountain Half Marathon

25k Finisher

Altamont Half Marathon

Battle of Terrain (Combined Series) Results

Kids 1 Mile Run

North Lake 13.1

North Lake 25k

North Lake Half Marathon

Paris Mountain 50 Miler

Paris Mountain 50k

Paris Mountain Half Marathon

Sponsorship & Vendor Opportunities

Virtual Option (Any Distance) Includes Medal

Weather Overview

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