Sandhills Trail Race Series (30 Hour - 50k - 25k - 7.5 Mile)

🏜️ Welcome to the Sandhills Trail & Ultra Festival! 🏕️

Are you ready to run wild in the heart of South Carolina? Lace up and hit the trails at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, SC – where pine forests meet sandy ridges, and every step brings you closer to nature.🌲 Whether you're tackling a single loop or testing your grit in the 30-hour challenge, the Sandhills Trail Race has something for every trail runner. 

Distance Options

🏃‍♀️ 7.5-Mile Fun Loop – One lap of sweet singletrack through forest and lakeside views.
🏃 25K (2 Laps) – Perfect for those ready to push past comfort and into the challenge zone.
🏃‍♂️ 50K (4 Laps) – A full day of adventure for ultrarunners craving miles and memories.
🌙 30-Hour Ultra – How far can you go? Push your limits under sun, stars, and soul.

 
Why You’ll Love It:

🏞️ Serene lake views & sandy trails beneath towering pines
🏕️ Easy-access personal aid station zone in the open field
💫 Camp overnight or relax between laps – it's your race, your pace
🎶 Chill trail vibes + post-race hangs with fellow dirt-loving runners
🥒 Aid station snacks, cool drinks, and all the good trail feels
🥇 Belt buckles for 100-mile finishers (13 laps)
📍 Location: Sesquicentennial State Park – 9564 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
🕘 Race Start: 9:00 AM (All distances)
📦 Packet Pickup: 1 hour before your race at Shelter #1

 
🗺️ Course Highlights - COURSE MAP HERE:

• 7.75-mile loop 💫
  
• Soft pine needle-covered singletrack ✅
  
• A few smooth paved sections around the lake 👟
  
• Rolling hills + lake breezes = chef’s kiss 🌬️
  
• Fast, runnable, and beginner-friendly (but the 30-hour? That’s another story 😏)
• 🚗 Parking Info: You’ll enter the park and head to the lake parking lot near the ranger station. Have a state park pass or bring a few bucks for a day pass. If you’re staying the day or overnight, feel free to pop up a 10x10 near the field by the start/finish.

⛺️ 30-Hour Runners: Limited crew/aid support from 10PM–6AM. Timing continues overnight. Take a nap if needed — we get it 😴. Just leave your chip at the table when you're done.

 
🍬 Aid Station Snacks May Include: Pickles, cookies, candy, chips, fig newtons, pretzels, water, Coke, and ginger ale. Want something special? Bring it! This is a cupless event, so bring your own hydration gear 🥤

 
🎉 Whether you're aiming for a PR, your first ultra, or just a fun day in the woods, the Sandhills Trail Race is your ticket to an unforgettable trail experience. Let the sandy paths guide you and the forest fuel your soul 🌳

Upstate Race Series Registration Policies & Options

✅ Transfers

• Registered participants may transfer their entry to another person through their RunSignUp profile
• Transfer & Manage Registration HERE

✅ Distance Changes

• Participants may switch to a different race distance (e.g., drop from Half Marathon to 5K).
• Switch Distance & Manage Registration HERE

✅ Club & Referral Discounts

• Join the Upstate Running Club and receive 15% OFF registration.
• Refer 2+ runners and receive $5 OFF.

✅ Race Shirts & Swag

• Race shirts are sold and shipped separately.
• Finisher medals and awards (age group & overall) are not shipped.

✅ Refunds & Deferrals

• No refunds or deferrals will be offered (unless the event sells out).
• If the race sells out, you may request a 50% OFF code for a future Upstate Race Series event.