Sandhills Trail Race Series
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Sandhills Trail Race Series
The Sandhills Trail Race Series is a multi-distance trail festival held at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, SC. All distances use a single 7.75 mile loop of mostly soft pine needle singletrack with a few smooth paved sections around the lake. The loop features rolling hills, lake views, sandy trails beneath tall pines, and passes both campsite areas.
Distances
- 100 Miles Sandhills 30 Hour
- 50K Sandhills 50K
- 25K Sesqui 25K
- 7.5 Miles Sesqui 7.5 Mile
On course there is one fully stocked aid station located at the start/finish, reached every 7.75 miles. Available snacks include pickles, cookies, candy, chips, Fig Newtons, and pretzels, with water, Coke, and ginger ale for hydration. This is a cup-less event; participants should bring their own hydration vessel.
Facilities and services include packet pickup at Picnic Shelter #2 near the ranger station, parking in the open field adjacent to the start/finish or the main lot, and on-site or nearby camping through the park. Timing uses custom bibs and chip timing with live results and professional photos provided after the race. All finishers receive a medal, and 100 mile finishers receive a belt buckle. The event supports the SC Spinal Cord Injury Association and participates in the Upstate Giving Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.