Which South Carolina cities have the most races?
Greenville (43), Myrtle Beach (15), Anderson (14), Columbia (11) have the most upcoming races in South Carolina. If you are willing to travel an hour or two, those give you the widest choice of dates and distances.
What race distances can I run in South Carolina?
South Carolina has 5K (210), 10K (25), Half Marathon (27), Marathon (6), Ultra (8). Pick a distance to narrow the list to races you would actually enter.
When is race season in South Carolina?
November is the busiest month for races in South Carolina, with 72 of the 273, followed by October with 57. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are South Carolina races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 163 races in South Carolina with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:32, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail races in South Carolina?
Yes, 25 races around South Carolina get you off the pavement: 18 are trail races, and 7 mix road and trail.