High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K - 5K
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External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
The LARGEST 5k & 10k in North Carolina's High Country returns to the Boone Greenway for the 16th year! Taking place on Thanksgiving morning, The High Country Turkey Trot is open to competitive runners, casual joggers, and walkers. Far from just a race, the event is fun for the entire family and includes a live DJ, photo-staging area, costumes, awesome giveaways, and a picnic shed full of food and hot drinks. You definitely don't want to miss this!
Typical conditions
For events around November 2026 in Boone, NC, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Boone, NC, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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