US Road Running - Northlakes
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US Road Running - Northlakes (Ninja 5K and 13.1M) in Hickory, NC
The event in Hickory, North Carolina, on 08/01/2026 offers two races near 1581 12th St Dr NW. Registration is handled online through RunSignup and there is no on-site registration. Registration fees listed are $30.00 for the 5K and $65.00 for the Half Marathon.
Distances
- 5K
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
Course formats are out-and-back segments repeated to reach the race distances. The 5K uses a 0.78 mile out-and-back segment repeated twice. The Half Marathon uses a 1.09 mile out-and-back segment repeated six times. A course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes applies.
Parking and restrooms are located at the Trailhead. Registration and the starting line are positioned north of the VFW, across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW. Packet pickup takes place shortly before each race and packets are distributed prior to the start.
All finishers receive a themed finisher medal. A group photo is taken at the beginning of each race and a best costume award is presented at that time. The race earns points toward the US Road Running Race Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
