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The Grindstone half marathon course throws a killer climb, a fun ridge run, and a bombing downhill at you, all while still offering a blazing fast start and finish for those interested in a little taste of everything!

Race Category

ws20KM

Running Stones

1

Distance

21 KM

Elevation Gain

500 M+

Start Date

Saturday 20th September 2025

Race Start

Natural Chimneys Park - 08:00

Max Allowed Race Time

06 Hours

Price

SOLD OUT

Course Description

Course Description

*2025 Courses Coming Soon.

Starting and finishing at the historic Natural Chimneys, the Grindstone half-marathon course provides you a fast start in rolling country before entering the forest at the Bear Trap access. From there the course follows Lick Run taking you up the short but steep climb to the Narrow Back Mtn ridgeline. Follow the ridgeline before flying back down Tillman Trail east, along the Narrow Back forest access, retracing a fast finish to the base of the towering limestone chimneys and finish line festival.

Aid Station Chart

Aid Station Chart

Learn more about each Aid Station, elevation gain and loss, cut-off times, and where drop bags and crew are allowed on course

Mandatory Gear

  • Mobile / Cell phone (smartphone strongly recommended)
    • Mobile / Cell phone with international roaming that works in the United States of America
    • Each runner should save the organization's safety phone numbers
  • Personal collapsible cup (15 cl / 5 oz minimum)
  • Minimum water supply of 1/2 liter

Should the race management team add onto the mandatory gear due to weather conditions, please reference the cold and hot weather kits outlined in the Race Regulations Guide. You will be notified via email if either kit is required during race week. Runners are expected to pack both kits for race weekend in the event one of these kits needs to be implemented.

Mandatory Gear