Jones Gap Half Marathon
Singletrack through the Mountain Bridge Wilderness gives this South Carolina trail half about 2,000 feet of climbing past Rainbow Falls at Jones Gap State Park.
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Quick facts
- Singletrack trail half with about 2,000 feet of climbing.
- Course passes Rainbow Falls and Little Pinnacle Mountain.
- Only two aid stations, so self-carried hydration is expected.
- Starts at River Falls Lodge beside Jones Gap State Park.
About the Jones Gap Half Marathon
Upstate Race Series stages this trail half from River Falls Lodge at the edge of Jones Gap State Park, deep in South Carolina's Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. It is a mountain trail race, not a fast crossover event, and it draws runners who want real climbing an hour from Greenville.
Course
The route strings together singletrack and connector trails past Rainbow Falls, a section of the Rim of the Gap Trail, and Little Pinnacle Mountain, with roughly 2,000 feet of total gain. Aid comes only at miles 2 and 11, so runners should carry their own fluids.
Race-day weather
Mid-September in the South Carolina mountains is still warm and humid, with starts in the 60s. Forest canopy shades most of the course, which softens the sun but keeps the air heavy.
Past Jones Gap Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, September 12, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
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Jones Gap Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Jones Gap Half Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Jones Gap Half Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
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