Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon
When is Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon?
Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Marietta, SC.
What distances does Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon offer?
Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon offers 1 event: Jones Gap Half Marathon.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones Gap Half Marathon | 13.1 mi | $40.00 | Register |
How much does Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon cost?
Registration for Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon starts at $40.00.
Where is Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon held?
Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon is held in Marietta, SC at River Falls Lodge Rd.
About Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon
Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon
Beautiful waterfalls, and 2,000 feet of climbing to reach them 💧
Thirteen miles through the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area, starting on road into Jones Gap State Park and then handing you over to challenging singletrack. Rainbow Falls, the Rim of the Gap Trail, and Little Pinnacle Mountain, with roaring falls and Middle Saluda River crossings across 13,000 acres of pristine woodlands. Two thousand feet of gain, and every foot of it earns you something worth looking at.
The Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area is the most spectacular terrain in the Upstate, and this course does not water it down. The road opening lets the field spread out, and then the singletrack takes over — genuinely challenging trail with river crossings, rock, and sustained climbing that puts Rainbow Falls and Little Pinnacle within reach of a half marathon.
Two aid stations sit at roughly mile 2 and mile 11, which means a long unsupported stretch through the middle where you are carrying your own. This is a cup-less race, so a bottle or vest is not optional here. Afterward there are hot pancakes, music, and a social gathering back at the lodge, plus complimentary professional race photos.
Race Day Details
| What | Jones Gap Trail Half Marathon — 13.1 miles |
| When | Saturday, September 12, 2026 — 8:00 AM start |
| Where | River Falls Lodge, Marietta, SC |
| Address | River Falls Lodge Rd, Marietta, SC 29661 |
| Packet Pickup | 7:00 AM on race day, right on site at River Falls Lodge — the same location as the start and finish. |
| Time Limit | 5 hours. |
Course
The 13.1-mile route begins on road leading into Jones Gap State Park, then transitions to challenging single-track trails taking in Rainbow Falls, the Rim of the Gap Trail, and Little Pinnacle Mountain within the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. Expect roaring falls and Middle Saluda River crossings across 13,000 acres of pristine woodlands, with 2,000 feet of total elevation gain.
View Course Map →Parking
Free, right on site at River Falls Lodge, with a larger adjacent field for participant vehicles.
Aid Stations
Two aid stations, at roughly mile 2.2 and mile 10.9 — a long stretch in between where you carry your own.
Available snacks:
Hydration:
Cup-less event — please bring your own hydration vessel.
What's Included
Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory — hang around at the finish line and celebrate.
Race Awards
Every Upstate Race Series event is part of the Upstate Giving Series, which connects our 30 races with 30 nonprofit organizations serving communities across the Upstate. Your registration and any donation you add at checkout go to work close to home — you are not just running a race, you are funding the work of a neighbor.
Groups & Teams
$5 Discount & Refund for Groups with 5+ Members
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Good to Know
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