Millstone Trail Races

UPDATE!The Mill Stone 50K is being rebranded for 2027 as the Millstone Trail Races. Not to worry, the popular 50K race will still be on with one exciting change. In 2027 the 50K will be two 15.5-mile loops at the scenic Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, SC.Also planned is a new 25K option, replacing the previous 10 mile race. A 10K and kids run are also in the works. More information coming when the race opens later this year. This is not an urban greenway like the name of the venue may imply. There are no groomed trails or pavement. The course in this private green space in the suburban Charlotte area consists of almost all single-track, technical trails, with some gravel road and dirt trail. There will be few creek crossings, with the possibility of more depending on the weather. It will also most likely be muddy. It is a tough and challenging course. The Mill Stone is a landmark located deep in the heart of the Greenway. It was the original millstone from Webb's Mill, located about a half mile from where the stone now stands. For many years, the regular Rock Hill Striders Saturday run has passed the millstone, and all the runners are strongly "encouraged" to touch the stone as they pass. What would happen if the stone isn't touched is unknown, but no one wants to find out. The stone is from the mill where Fort Mill gets its name.