Chili 5K Trail Run and Walk set for Nov. 2 at Laurel Hill County Park
October 8, 2024
New Kids Dash added this year!
Charleston County Parks hosts the Chili 5K trail run and walk at beautiful Laurel Hill County Park, on Saturday, Nov. 2. Registration is open now through Oct. 30 at CharlestonCountyParks.com (direct link).
Beginning at 9 a.m., runners and walkers will navigate the scenic off-road, moss-draped trails of Laurel Hill County Park in Mount Pleasant. Laurel Hill County Park offers a variety of landscapes throughout its 745 acres, including miles of unpaved trails that traverse a moss-draped oak allee, large open meadows, a small lake and gorgeous tree-lined pathways.
After crossing the finish line, participants are invited to join a post-race party featuring hot chili and a variety of tasty refreshments. An awards ceremony will be held for the Chili 5K as well as for Charleston County Parks’ 5K Trail Run/Walk Series Championship.
New this year is the Chili Kids Dash! After the 5K, Charleston County Parks invites children ages 3-7 of all abilities to dash across the finish, too. Registration for the kids dash is a separate fee of $5 and includes a finisher medal. The kids dash is untimed and parent or guardian must be present.
“The Chili 5K presents one of the most diverse courses in the Lowcountry,” said Allison Foster, CCPRC’s fitness and wellness manager. “It’s difficult to take in all that Laurel Hill offers, much less appropriately describe the immense beauty of the park with words. It’s a must see!”
Registration for the Chili 5K is only available in advance at CharlestonCountyParks.com and ends on Oct. 30. Race fees are $38 per person ($5 for the kids dash). On-site registration is not available. Packet pickup will take place on the day of the race from 8 – 8:45 a.m. Bibs are required. The 5K race is open to ages 8 and up, and ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. Registration for the Chili 5K includes a shirt and finisher medal.
The course features trails of a natural, unimproved surface. The course is a loop course that offers occasional areas of uneven terrain and varies from hard-packed trails with roots to grass. Strollers are not recommended, and pets are not permitted on the race course. This race is open to runners and walkers of all levels, including beginners. No accessible parking is available. Accessible port-a-let is available at the event site. Water stations will be available on the course.
Laurel Hill County Park is located between Highway 17N and Highway 41 in Mount Pleasant. For the Chili 5K, attendees must enter through the special event entrance location at 1400 Highway 41. Access through Park West will not be permitted for this event.
For more information on the Chili 5K or Laurel Hill County Park, or to register or view a map of the race course, visit CharlestonCountyParks.com (direct link) or call 843-795-4386. This event is presented by Stretch Zone, The Foot Store, Limehouse Produce and Fit Body Boot Camp, and also supported by Marine Warehouse Center and your Charleston County Parks.
About the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission
Laurel Hill County Park is operate by the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC). The mission of CCPRC is to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services. The large park system features over 11,000 acres of property and includes six land parks, a skate park, three beach parks, four seasonally-lifeguarded beach areas, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, a historic plantation site, 19 boat landings, a climbing wall, a challenge course, an interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, as well as wedding, meeting and event facilities. The park system also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, and more. For more information on CCPRC, call 843-795-4386 or visit CharlestonCountyParks.com.
