Bit of Hope Ranch: 5K Trail Run, 2K Walk, & Half-Pint Run
Updated
Saturday, October 9, 2027, first start 8:30 AM, in Gastonia (5001 CR Wood Road). Distances: 5K. Entry from $30; the 5K goes from $30 to $35 after August 26.
Course and race notes
2027 Bit of Hope Ranch 5K Trail Run & 2K Walk.
Join us on Saturday, October 9, 2027, for another exciting race day at Bit of Hope Ranch! Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a walk with friends, or cheering on our youngest racers, there's something for everyone!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, October 9
2027 · in 336 days
Start time
8:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Trail
Dirt or single-track on at least part of the course
Distances
5K
Price
$30
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Thu Aug 26 (in 292 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Oct 9 (in 336 days)
Opened Oct 14, 2026
Race day in Gastonia
Weather
76° / 54°F
Typical high and low for October 9, with a 32% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Gastonia Muni Airport, NC (2.3 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:24 AM – 6:59 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Where it is
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Oct 8
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.