The Country Mile 48 Hour - Run/Walk

Welcome to The Country Mile 48-Hour! Hosted at Beechwood Family Farm | Marietta, SC We couldn’t be more pleased to welcome 300 strong-hearted folks out here for a weekend filled with dirt, distance, and some good ol’-fashioned farm fun. This here patch of land—Beechwood Family Farm—is one of the Upstate’s prettiest spots, and they’ve kindly opened up their fields so y’all can stretch your legs and chase dreams from 50K all the way up to a big ol’ 150 miles. Now I’ll tell ya somethin’ personal—growing up runnin’ dirt roads through Indiana and Ohio, there was a kind of peace in the rhythm of it, like the land itself was singin' to ya. That’s the feelin’ I hope y’all find out here this weekend. Just you, the trail, and the wide open sky. About the Farm Beechwood Farms ain’t just any patch of dirt—it’s a hardworkin’, produce-growin’ gem of the Upstate. They’re known far and wide for fresh strawberries, sweet corn, squash, tomatoes—you name it. Their crops end up on tables all over, from farmer’s markets and local eateries to big stores like Ingles. It’s a real honor to be out here on land that feeds folks, and to share in the spirit of such a rooted, down-home part of this community. So take a deep breath, soak in the sights, and let the land carry you. We’re mighty glad you’re here. Race Format Run as far as you want, when you want—on a looped 4.167-mile course. 🏅 Buckles for 100-mile finishers 🎖️ Finisher medals for all other distances Large Buckles for FIRST time Country Mile Finishers Smaller buckles for consecutive finishers Cumulative Mileage Awards 100 Mile Lapel Pin 📛 500 Mile Strawberry Buckle🍓 1000 Sunflower Buckle 🌻 Suggested lap goals: 6 laps = 25 miles 8 laps = 50k 12 laps = 50 miles 15 laps = 100k 18 laps = 75 miles 24 laps = 100 miles 30 laps = 125 miles Your challenge, your pace—whether you're shooting for a big PR or taking it easy with friends. Overnight Note : Between 10pm and 6am, aid station support will be limited as volunteers rest. Timing will still run continuously. Location & Schedule April 3rd-5th @ 📍 Beechwood Farms - 204 Bates Bridge Rd, Marietta, SC 29661 📦 Packet Pickup: Friday @ 10:00 AM 🕛 Race Begins: Friday @ 12:00 PM 🏁 Race Ends: Sunday @ 12:00 PM Registration FIRST 250 REGISTERED RUNNERS RECIEVE COUNTRY MILE RACE SOCKS Early Bird April 7th - April 20th $90 April 21st - January 1st: $140 January 2nd - March 1st: $150 March 2nd - Race Day: $160 Camping & Parking Camping is available to all runners! 🏕️ Tent Camping: Free, 15x15 space near entrance (car-free zone) 🚗 Car Camping: Free, park along the course 🚐 RV Camping: $50 fee (limited to first 40 spots, directly supports the farm) 🔥 Portable fire pits (wood or gas) allowed 🔌 Generators okay during daylight hours Food & Drink 🍔 Meals provided by Travelers Rest High School Cheerleaders (fundraiser): 🍻 Haulin’ Hops Beer Truck will be on-site serving cold, tasty brews all weekend long! Friday Dinner: 4–7 PM Saturday Breakfast: 9–11 AM Saturday Dinner: 5–7 PM Sunday Breakfast: 9–11 AM Aid Station Salty & sweet snacks: cookies, pretzels, candy, chips, pickles, soup Hydration: water, Coke, ginger ale, coffee This is a cup-less event – please bring your own hydration bottle, coffee mug, or soda cup. Want to donate homemade or favorite snacks? We’d love that! Course Info 📏 Distance: 4.167-mile loop ⬆️ Elevation: 75 ft gain per loop 🌿 Surface: 95% wide dirt paths, some grass and light gravel 🧭 Navigation: Clear directional arrows at each turn 📍 Course Map on Strava – Click Here Set up your camp right along the course. Enjoy the views, the vibe, and the community as runners circle past your base every few miles. Chip Timing You’ll receive a bib and chip with a neoprene ankle strap. Each lap is recorded automatically when you cross the timing mat. Your name will appear on a display monitor confirming your lap count. ✅ At race end (or when you call it a day), return your chip to the packet pickup table. 💡 Not seeing your name after a lap? Let a staff member know and we’ll troubleshoot it right away. Whether you’re going for a personal best or just soaking in the scenery with friends, The Country Mile promises a one-of-a-kind weekend of endurance, community, and fun. We can’t wait to welcome you!