FATS
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FATS : Forks Area Trail System, North Augusta, SC
FATS is a trail race offering three distances at the Forks Area Trail System in Sumter National Forest near North Augusta, SC on November 1, 2026. The course uses three primary loops named Great Wall, Skinny, and Brown Wave; the 50K completes multiple loops, including a repeated Great Wall loop to reach the 50K distance. Trails are mostly single-track, shaded, rolling terrain with rocks and roots and are described as well maintained and runnable.
Distances
- 50K
- Half Marathon
- 10K
Aid stations: two primary aid stations with volunteers recording bib numbers, plus two water-only drops on the course. Stations are stocked with water, gels, soda options, fruit, snacks, salt, potatoes, salt caps, and PB&J sandwiches. The event is cup free; aid stations will not provide cups. Drop bags are permitted at the main aid station locations (Aid Stations 1, 3, and 4) and should include name and bib number; no drop bags at Aid Station 2.
Logistics and policies: parking at the start/finish lot is limited with overflow parking on the Forest Service road and parking directors to direct vehicles. Pets are not permitted. A wet trail policy may move the race to Forest Service roads if approved or result in cancellation with no refunds; proceeds would be donated to trail maintenance. Registration closes October 26, 2026. A shirt size guarantee cutoff is August 31, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
