Greening Up the Mountains 5k
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When is Greening Up the Mountains 5k?
Greening Up the Mountains 5k takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in Sylva, NC.
What distances does Greening Up the Mountains 5k offer?
Greening Up the Mountains 5k offers 1 event: 5k Run/Walk.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run/Walk | 3.1 mi | $20.00 | Register |
How much does Greening Up the Mountains 5k cost?
Registration for Greening Up the Mountains 5k starts at $20.00.
Where is Greening Up the Mountains 5k held?
Greening Up the Mountains 5k is held in Sylva, NC at 86 Mark Watson Park.
About Greening Up the Mountains 5k
Greening Up the Mountains Annual 5k will be held, Saturday, April 25th, 2026
8:00am Registration
9:00am Race Starts!
10:00am Awards Ceremony
Mark Watson Park
86 Mark Watson Park
Sylva, NC 28779
All Proceeds support the Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department!
Awards:
OVERALL MALE and FEMALE
Top 3 in each age group! 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Course:
Course begins at Mark Watson Park in downtown Sylva, crosses Business 23 onto Old Dillsboro Road, loops into Monteith Park and returns on the same route back to Mark Watson Park. This is a relatively flat course with both paved and graveled road sections.
Shirts guaranteed to first 150 to register and available on race day until we run out.
Course Map!
Course map details!
Swag & Giveaways
5k Run/Walk: T-Shirt
From $20.00
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