Green Valley Road Race
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GTC Green Valley Road Race : overview
The GTC Green Valley Road Race takes place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Trailblazer Park Pavilion in Travelers Rest, SC. This is the 49th running of the event. There are two distance options:
- 10 mile
- 5K
The 10 mile is a certified course that travels from Trailblazer Park out to Green Valley and back. The 5K is non-certified and stays mostly in Travelers Rest neighborhoods; it is described as hilly. Race organizers state that courses are well marked and accurately measured. The venue includes indoor plumbing restrooms and a pavilion for shelter.
Logistics, giveaways and prizes
Entry fees listed on the event page are $50 for the 10 mile and $40 for the 5K; prices increase after December 31, 2025. Primary packet pickup is on Friday from 2:30 to 5:30 at Greenville Running Company, 765 Haywood Road. Secondary packet pickup is race morning from 7:00 to 7:50 at the Trailblazer Park pavilion. The 10 mile registrants receive a Next Level brand hoodie (unisex sizes); 5K registrants receive a Next Level long sleeve t-shirt (unisex sizes). Shirts are available while supplies last after January 25. The 10 mile serves as the USATF South Carolina open championship with prize money for overall and masters finishers: Overall 1st $100, 2nd $75, 3rd $50; Masters (40+) 1st $75, 2nd $50, 3rd $25. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.