The Lake James 7 Miler & 5k races start and finish at Fonta Flora’s charming Whippoorwill Farm in Nebo, NC and take runners on the beautiful trails of Lake James State Park. With stunning views and light rolling hills, both courses are perfect for either a trail beginner or a seasoned runner.
Race Registration includes a Finisher medal, Race Shirt, 1 Fonta Flora beer on us (or N/A beverage!), & a donation to the Lake James Environmental Association .
All races are chip timed and are rain or shine. There is a 2HR course limit for the 7 Miler.
Apr 10, 2027
Distance — 11.3K
Type — Running
09:00
$55.00
Apr 10, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:15
$45.00
Apr 10, 2027
Distance — Virtual Runner
Type — Running
09:15
$50.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Nebo.
Learn more about the host city, Nebo.
Nebo is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in the Nebo Township of eastern McDowell County, North Carolina, United States. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population of 1,790.
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