Groundhog's Lap Race
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Event
Groundhog’s Lap Race takes place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Haw River State Park Iron Ore Belt Access in Greensboro, NC (6068 N Church Street, 27455). The event is a timed trail race offering multiple time-based options: 3-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, and a 12-hour relay.
Course and format
The race uses a single-track loop through woods on the Great Blue Heron Loop. The loop is approximately 3.2 miles long. Participants run the loop repeatedly during their chosen time window and are scored by distance completed within that time.
Registration and race details
Entry fees listed for the events include set prices that increase after November 30, 2025. The event materials mention included items such as custom race swag, well-stocked aid stations, made-to-order food options, and a clearly marked course. The published refund policy states no refunds within 30 days of the event; requests made earlier than 30 days may receive a 50% refund of the entry fee (processing fees excluded). Entries cannot be deferred to another event or year. Entries may be transferred to another individual for a $5 transfer fee; T-shirt size cannot be changed when transferring. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
