The Hellbender 10K
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The Hellbender 10K
The Hellbender 10K is an annual running event held in Norton, Virginia. The 13th edition of this race is scheduled for October 3, 2026. The course begins in downtown Norton and finishes at the High Knob summit.
The race features a single distance:
- 10 km
Participants follow a route that covers 6.2 miles. The course includes more than a 2,000-foot elevation gain as it ascends toward the 4,200-foot High Knob summit. This destination serves as the highest point within the Cumberland Mountain range.
The starting location for the event is situated at 115 8th Street SW in Norton. Registration for the event remains open until the evening of October 1, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
