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An endurance running event like none other, the third annual Jump Off Rock Half Marathon presented by Hunter Subaru, will be one of the fastest half marathon races in the south and will run “downhill to downtown.”
The point-to-point, half marathon begins at Jump off Rock, a national landmark and the Town of Laurel Park’s highest peak, and finishes in the heart of downtown Hendersonville on Main Street. This gently downhill and scenic 13.1 mile course is fast and has breathtaking views, but we are in the mountains of WNC and some hills are to be expected. Half Marathoners will wind their way downhill through the beautiful back-roads of Laurel Park then on historic city streets and around Hendersonville’s Osceola Lake before heading into downtown Hendersonville. The point-to-point race and the scenic course are sure to bring PRs and mountain memories to last a lifetime.
The Jump Off Rock 10k presented by Pardee UNC Health Care runners will start their race at the base of the Town of Laurel Park. They will join in on the half marathon route at about the half-way point. The 10k route is paved surfaces and moderately flat with a couple gentle rollers. The 10k runners will run on historic city streets, around the Hendersonville’s Osceola Lake and back to downtown Hendersonville.
Both races will finish at the same location in Historic Downtown Hendersonville on Main Street and
EXCITING NEWS: Both races are now USATF Sanctioned AND Certified!
CLICK HERE for 2023 course updates
Sanction #142687
What's included in your entry
- Dri-Fit Tech shirt, until deadline (NEW FOR 2023: shirts will be available in men's and women's sizes)
- Hunter Subaru Goody Bag, filled with goodies
- A unique, custom-designed, commemorative finisher medal
- A complimentary beer after the race! (21+)
- Complimentary shuttles for all participants
- NEW FOR 2023: A pre-race-day Expo featuring local community partners, vendors, merchandise and more
- A first-class running experience in the late spring in Western North Carolina!
- A well-supported half marathon race with rolling starts to enhance the participant experience from start-to-finish
- NEW FOR 2023: A 10k mass start at 9am
- A scenic, fast, downhill half marathon course and a moderately flat, 10k route in the heart of Hendersonville, NC, both of which are USATF Sanctioned & Certified
- Free parking available for race participants at the First Baptist overflow lot in downtown Hendersonville
- Course fully-marked with route signs and course markings on the road
- Course preview video and course maps to get you prepped for race day
- Chip-timing for accurate, live results
- Spectator-friendly courses
- One-of-a-kind race awards made locally
- Easy access for race participants to attend the Hendersonville Farmers Market happening a few blocks away from the finish line. The Farmers Market offers farm fresh foods, crafts, food trucks, live entertainment, and more!
- Live Music at the post-race party
Event Swag
NEW FOR 2023: All runners will receive a complimentary Dri-fit Tech shirt (NEW FOR 2023: shirts will be available in men's and women's sizes) with their registration until April 16th at midnight. After that deadline, shirts will only be available in limited quantities and sizes for $20.
All runners will also receive an awesome, custom finisher medal that SPINS, to commemorate the event!
Don't forget: You can have your shirt and bib shipped to you before the race!
Not able to make it in time to packet pickup? We've got you covered! Register by Sunday, April 30th at midnight and choose the option to have your packet mailed to you for only $10! Choose this option during registration or add it to your registration through the Race Store. Packets will be shipped out approximately 1 1/2 - 2 weeks prior to the event.
Packet Pickup + Race Expo
CLICK HERE for Packet Pickup + Expo schedule and details.
Cash prizes for the 10k!
Cash prizes for the overall top three male and female winners of the 10k!
1st place - $100
2nd place - $75
3rd place - $50.
Must be present at the awards ceremony to accept your cash prize!
Help support our furry friends!
We are thrilled to partner with Blue Ridge Humane Society again this year! They have graciously provided a Wish List for their current needs. If you'd like to help, please bring your donations to packet pickup at Continuum (147c 1st Ave E, Hendersonville, NC 28792) on Friday, May 12th from 11am - 3pm, and drop them in the collection bin, or bring them on race day and drop them at their tent after the race! You can also donate when you register or through their fundraising page. Thank you for supporting their efforts to ensure the highest quality of life for animals in Henderson County and neighboring communities!
This race is part of the Appalachian Trilogy!
CLICK HERE to register for all races in the Appalachian Trilogy Series at the same time and receive a discount at checkout!
Run THREE iDaph Events Half Marathons in 2023 and get a gorgeous, bonus Appalachian Trilogy medal!
If you register for at least three out of four iDaph Events half marathons in 2023, you’ll get an awesome extra medal after the last one! The deadline to register for at least three of the races is July 9, 2023 at midnight (so we can order your medals!) Medals will be given out at the 2023 Black Bear Half Marathon event.
Here are the four eligible events to choose from. As long as you are registered for at least THREE of them by July 9th at midnight, you’ll get your extra medal!
Date | Event |
March 18th | The Asheville Marathon and Half (the full marathon also qualifies) |
May 13th | The Jump Off Rock Half Marathon |
June 11th | The RAD Half Marathon |
October 8th | The Black Bear Half Marathon |
The Appalachian Trilogy events can be participated in either virtually, in person or a combination of both!
Want to CONNECT with others that are completing the Appalachian Trilogy? Join the Facebook Group!
There are only 200 spots available in the series.
Accept the challenge and earn your bling!
Event schedule
- Sat, May 13, 2023 7:30 AM - Half Marathon rolling start (competitive runners start at 7:30am)
- Sat, May 13, 2023 7:45 AM - Half Marathon rolling start ends
- Sat, May 13, 2023 9:00 AM - 10k mass start (NEW FOR 2023)
- Sat, May 13, 2023 10:30 AM - 10k Awards Ceremony
- Sat, May 13, 2023 10:45 AM - Half Marathon Awards Ceremony
Contact information
- Event contact
- The iDaph Support Team
- support@idaph.net
- Phone
- 828.684.0812
Registration fees
10k presented by Pardee UNC Health Care Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes finisher medal, goody bag and free Dri-fit tech shirt until April 16th deadline.
- Online registration closed
Half Marathon presented by Hunter Subaru Closed
Online registration closed-
Includes finisher medal, goody bag, and free Dri-Fit tech shirt until April 16th deadline.
- Online registration closed
VIRTUAL 10k Closed
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$45.00
US addresses only
Sep 8 - May 13
VIRTUAL Half Marathon Closed
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$60.00
US addresses only
Sep 8 - May 13