The Acid Hill 5 Miler
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Event overview
The Acid Hill 5 Miler is a road running event on January 10, 2026 in Rockingham, North Carolina. The start and finish are at the intersection of Blewett Falls Road and Mini Meadows Lane. The listed distance is 5 miles run as a wheel-measured 2 1/2 mile out-and-back.
Course and support
The course uses rural paved roads with sections described as rolling, flat, downhill, and uphill, and includes a named climb called Acid Hill. There are no houses along the course and traffic is described as very light. One aid station provides water on the outbound leg at about 1.5 miles and again at about 3.5 miles on the return; water only is provided at the finish. The aid station may be self-serve. Participants may bring their own recovery beverage.
Timing, awards and registration
Timing will be provided using electronic equipment on site. No awards, shirts, medals, or ribbons will be distributed. Registration is available online through UltraSignup. The entry fee is listed as $15 plus a $3.50 UltraSignup fee through January 1, 2026; a higher fee of $50 plus a $3.50 UltraSignup fee applies afterward. Registration closes on January 9, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
