High Country 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The longest-running road race in Bluff Park returns on April 12, 2025. This challenging 5K is hosted by Shades Crest Baptist Church and features a medal ceremony with a free Pancake Breakfast immediately afterward.

📅 Race Specifics

• T-Shirt: Participants will receive a t-shirt.
• Chip Timing: Get your times accurately recorded.
• Corral Start: Starts based on estimated finish times.
• Police Escort: Enjoy a safe race route with police assistance.

🚰 Race Support

• Mile Markers: Track your progress throughout the course.
• Water Stations: Hydration available at the midpoint.
• Enthusiastic Supporters: Cheerful crowds along the route.
• Elementary School Challenge: Participants run the same course with a delayed start.

🏅 Join the Fun!

Whether you are running this event for the first time or have completed all 21 previous races, please join us for a great day of fun and fellowship!

NOTE: Due to a large number of registrants, those registering after March 31 may receive their t-shirts within two weeks after the race date.

📦 Race Packet Pickup

Race packets can be picked up on:

• Date: Friday, April 11th
• Time: From 3 PM - 7 PM
• Location: Family Life Center, 2820 Rockland Drive, Hoover.
• Race Day Pickup: Saturday, April 12th from 7 AM - 8 AM.

💵 Registration Costs

Register online at: Runsignup.com

• $25: Early Bird Registration (11/4/24 - 12/31/24)
• $35: Regular Registration (1/1/25 - 4/11/25)
• $40: On Race Day (4/12/25)
• $10: Student Rate (K - 5th grade) (11/4/24 - 4/12/25)