G.O.A.T. 5K

🐐 Event Overview

Join us for the 5th annual G.O.A.T. 5K trail race! With more than 2,000 acres of picturesque land, Kiawah River race participants will enjoy the beautiful trails and unmatched views of springtime in the Lowcountry at Kiawah River. The race will start and finish with the adorable baby goats at The Goatery, located at Kiawah River. Join us after the race for biscuits and coffee!

♻️ Eco-Friendly Commitment

We are proud to make this race 100% eco-friendly!

🌱 Beneficiary Information

Race proceeds will benefit Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project. Please click the donation tab at the top of this page if you are interested in making additional contributions.

🎁 Participant Perks

• Commemorative Hat: All participants will receive a one-of-a-kind hat to celebrate this unique event!
• Finisher Gifts: In lieu of finisher medals, all finishers will be given a farm fresh plant from one of our local farms.
• Awards: Overall and Age Group Awards will include fresh farm produce and goods from our local farmers.

❓ FAQs for Race Day

🌍 Parking

Q: Where do I park?
A: Head to 3883 Betsy Kerrison Parkway (you'll see a big dark fence at the front of the Kiawah River neighborhood). Once you turn into the driveway, you will follow the road for 1.5 miles where you'll meet our parking attendants. We highly encourage carpooling to the race to lighten our carbon footprint. If you're traveling from Charleston or Mount Pleasant, please allow yourself plenty of driving time before the race start.

📦 Packet Pickup

Q: Where can I pick up my race packet?
A: You can pick up your race packet on Saturday, May 3rd from 10am - 6pm at Blue Sky Endurance at 725 Coleman Blvd., Suite 116, Mount Pleasant, SC. There is a free parking garage located at The Boulevard Apartments. There will also be race day packet pickup from 7:30-8am on site at the Goatery.

⏱️ Chip Timing

Q: Is the race chip-timed?
A: Yes, the 5K race is chip-timed by ELM Timing.

👶 Strollers

Q: Are strollers welcome?
A: The 5K terrain will require all-terrain strollers. We ask that strollers start in the back.

🚶 Walkers

Q: Are participants permitted to walk in the races?
A: Absolutely! Walkers are welcome. The 5K course is a natural course with beautiful scenery.

🐕 Dogs

Q: Are dogs welcome?
A: We ask that you leave dogs at home, as they do disturb the donkeys at The Goatery. Goats are chill. Donkeys, not so much. Trust us on this one!

✅ Registration Details

Q: What does registration include?
A: 5K registration includes: Chip-timed trail run, race trucker hat, eco-friendly plants for all finishers in lieu of medals. Farm friendly prize baskets for top 3 female and top 3 male race winners and top age group winners.

💲 Registration Fees

Q: How much is registration?
A: The 5K registration is $45, price increases on 4/1/25 to $55. Race day registration is $60.

🌾 Funding Support

Q: What do the funds raised support?
A: The money raised at this event goes to the Lowcountry Farm Conservation, dedicated to providing sanctuary to livestock animals and to help educate the community on the importance of providing humane conditions for the health of animals. LFC also provides support and assisting programs for Lowcountry farmers and local food producers. For more information about the Annual Fund please visit www.lowcountryfarm.org.

📅 Event Registration

For additional details and to register for the G.O.A.T. 5K, please visit the following link: G.O.A.T. 5K Registration Page.