The 2023 Great 30A Easter Race, presented by Good News Church, will be taking place at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The race starts at 7 a.m. Runners will have two courses to choose from: the CLEAN FEET 5K course and the STINKY FEET 10K course.
There will be an awards ceremony beginning at 8:45 a.m., where the men’s and women’s winners + runner ups for both courses will receive their awards. Age-group awards for both courses will also be given. All registered runners who cross the finish line of their respective race will also receive a very cool finisher’s medal. All registered runners will also receive a very cool short-sleeve race shirt.
Event Details and Schedule:
Course Info. Both courses are run entirely inside Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. The park doesn’t open to the public until 8 a.m. on race morning, so we’ll largely have the park to ourselves for the first hour.
- The Clean Feet 5K: The Clean Feet 5K course consists of a fantastic out-and-back route run completely on a paved surface. This course should be fast for those seeking a 5K PR, but most definitely stroller-friendly for those wanting to enjoy the views.
- The Stinky Feet 10K: The Stinky Feet 10K course has it all: pavement, beach (and obviously beach views!), majestic pines, and dune lakes. You can expect ~2 miles on paved roads, ~1.25 miles on sand, and ~3 miles on trails. And yes, by the end, your feet will likely be stinky…but you will have earned those stinky feet! Just a fantastic course.
To check out both courses and to register, click here: https://www.runrotorhead30a.com/great-30a-easter-race.Participants will park in the day use area. Race begins in designated area located in the day use area. Park entry fees are included in the registration fee for race participants only. Regular Park entry fees apply to those not participating in the race.
Driving Directions
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the park is located 1/4 south of U.S. Hwy 98 on western end of Scenic Hwy. 30A. ::MAP: