True to the Brew Trail 10K Run/Hike

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True to the Brew Trail 10K Run/Hike

The 10th annual run/hike on the Peak to Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail, finishing on the Broad River Trestle.

Saturday, April 3, 2027 · Peak to Prosperity Passage · Pomaria, SC

About the Race

Join us for the 10th Annual True to the Brew 10K Hike & Run on Saturday, April 3, 2027! We can't wait to see YOU on the Peak to Prosperity Passage of the beautiful Palmetto Trail.

As you know, this event SELLS OUT every year, so get registered early. The race is capped at 300 runners to keep everyone safe on the trail. Proceeds benefit the Palmetto Trail.

Race Day Details

DateSaturday, April 3, 2027Start Time8:30 AM. Park at Alston Trailhead by 7:30 AM. The last shuttle to the start leaves at 8:00 AM, and runners who arrive after the start will not be permitted on the course.Parking & FinishAlston Trailhead, State Rd S-20-35, Little Mountain, SC 29075. Shuttles take you to the start in Pomaria.Packet PickupFriday, April 2, 4:00 - 6:30 PM at Craft & Draft, 2706 Devine Street, Columbia, SC Race day: opens at 6:45 AM at the start lineShuttles6:30 - 8:00 AM from the finish to the start. The last shuttle leaves at 8:00 AM.Bag DropAt the start line; bags are brought to the finishField SizeCapped at 300 runners Join a TeamFind a ParticipantResults

The Events

True to the Brew Trail Run/Hike 10K Run & Hike · 8:30 AM

Run or hike 10K on the Peak to Prosperity Passage and finish on the Broad River Trestle. Open to ages 9 - 100.

Prices increase after December 31, 2026. Current prices are shown when you click Sign Up.

Race Morning Timeline

Friday, 4:00 - 6:30 PM · Packet pickup at Craft & Draft, 2706 Devine Street, Columbia. Show your bib for a free beer.

6:30 AM · Shuttles begin. Park at the finish line at Alston Trailhead and ride a shuttle to the 10K start.

6:45 AM · Race day packet pickup opens at the start line. Bag drop is available at the start, and bags are brought to the finish.

8:00 AM · Last shuttle to the start. Runners who miss it will not have transportation to the start.

8:30 AM · Start. Runners who arrive after the start will not be permitted on the course.

Finish · Finish line celebration on the Broad River Trestle at Alston Trailhead, right where your car is parked.

Course

Peak to Prosperity Passage

Our race showcases the Peak to Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail. This beautiful trail sits on an old railroad bed: it is non-technical, wide, mostly flat and great for runners and hikers of all levels. There are several water and aid stations along the route.

Finish on the Broad River Trestle, the best finish line around!

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Parking and Shuttles

Race day parking and the finish line are at Alston Trailhead, State Rd S-20-35, Little Mountain, SC 29075. Volunteers and signs will direct you to the designated race parking area on the Broad River Education Conservation Preserve, just behind the trailhead gate.

There is no parking at the start line. All vehicles must be parked at the finish line at Alston Trailhead.

Race Morning Is Easy

Park at the finish line at Alston Trailhead.

Shuttle to the 10K start line between 6:30 and 8:00 AM. The last shuttle leaves at 8:00 AM.

Run your 10K. The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Finish at Alston Trailhead, right where your car is parked.

Shuttles will not run after the race. Because everyone parks at the finish, your vehicle (and the celebration) will be waiting for you when you finish. Allow plenty of time to park and catch your shuttle.

Directions to Alston Trailhead

From Columbia: I-26, exit 97, take US 176 west 11 miles; turn east on SC 213; drive 3.1 miles and turn right onto Alston Road (the first road after the bridge). The road changes to unpaved; take the right fork, cross the railroad track and go under the trestle. Parking is on the left at the top.

From Spartanburg: I-26, exit 82, take 773 to Pomaria, then east on US 176 to SC 213; turn east on 213 and follow the directions above.

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Packet Pickup

Friday at Craft & Draft

Packet pickup is Friday, April 2, 4:00 - 6:30 PM at Craft & Draft, 2706 Devine Street, Columbia, SC. Indulge in their amazing brews while grabbing your race packet. Show your race bib and get one free beer on us!

Race Day Packet Pickup

After you park at Alston Trailhead, you'll be shuttled to the start line, where race day packet pickup opens at 6:45 AM. Bag drop is available at the start line and we'll bring your bag to the finish.

What's Included

True to the Brew 10K is known for its great swag, and this year we have upped the game!

Finisher medal: a custom bottle opener medal for every finisher

Race shirt: a quality race shirt in adult sizes, perfect for cool morning runs and hikes, with a No Shirt option at registration

Fresh breakfast: a fresh grilled breakfast and hot coffee at the finish

Free beer: your first beer is free at the finish, from Craft & Draft, for bibbed participants

Live music at the finish line celebration

Professional photography at the finish line

Shuttle and bag drop: shuttles from the finish to the start, plus bag drop at the start brought to the finish

Race Awards

Finisher medal: every finisher receives a custom bottle opener medal

Overall: top 3 male and top 3 female

Masters (40 and over): top 3 male and top 3 female

Age groups: top 3 male and female in each age group: 0-9, 10-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-29, then 5-year groups from 30-34 through 65-69, 70-79 and 80 and over

The awards ceremony takes place at the finish line celebration at Alston Trailhead. Please stay for the ceremony to collect your award.

True to the Brew Series Scoring

This race is part of the 2027 True to the Brew Trail Race Series: the 5K (March 6), the 10K (April 3), the 13.1 (October 2) and the 26.2 (fall, date to be announced). Run one or run them all.

Automatic entry. Every finisher is entered in the series and scored by finishing position within their age group and gender: 10 points for 1st, 9 for 2nd, down to 2 for 9th, and 1 point for every other finisher. Points from all four races add up, so the more races you finish, the higher you climb. Use the same RunSignUp profile for every race so your results match.

Age groups are based on your age on December 31, 2027: 19 and under, 20-29, then five-year groups from 30-34 through 65-69, 70-79 and 80 and over.

Series awards. The top 3 men and top 3 women in each age group earn series awards at the end of the year, and anyone who finishes all four races earns a special four-race finisher award. Prize details will be announced before the 5K in March.

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The Best Finish Line Around

Finish strong on the beautiful Broad River Trestle at Alston Trailhead, where we'll greet you with live music, professional photography, a fresh grilled breakfast, hot coffee and your first free beer from Craft & Draft. It's our way of thanking you for supporting the Palmetto Trail. Don't miss the fun!

Supporting the Palmetto Trail

Proceeds benefit the Palmetto Conservation Foundation and go directly toward expanding and maintaining the Palmetto Trail across South Carolina. Their mission is to foster an appreciation for South Carolina's natural and cultural resources, providing opportunities for active recreation on the Palmetto Trail and other trail systems that can be enjoyed by all in South Carolina, regardless of gender, race, creed, age, or ability.

Your participation helps build this incredible resource that connects the state's mountains to its sea.

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Join a Team and Save

Gather your crew! Create or join a team when you register, and once your team reaches 5 runners, every member gets $5 back on their registration. It's a great way to bring family, friends, coworkers or your run club to the trail.

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Race Policies

The event is rain or shine.

Runners who arrive after the 8:30 AM start will not be permitted on the course.

There is no parking at the start line, and shuttles will not run after the race.

The race is capped at 300 runners.

Refunds and deferrals: all entries are final; no refunds and no deferrals.

Transfers: you can transfer your entry to another runner in your RunSignUp profile until April 1, 2027; the new runner pays a $5 transfer fee.

Dogs: leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome. Use a six-foot leash, start at the back, and clean up after your dog.

Good to Know

Can I register on race day?

No. Online registration closes at 11:59 PM the night before the race, and the race is capped at 300 runners and sells out every year. Register early.

Can I get a refund, defer my entry or transfer it?

All entries are final: no refunds and no deferrals. You can transfer your entry to another runner yourself in your RunSignUp profile until April 1, 2027; the new runner pays a $5 transfer fee.

How old do I have to be?

The race is open to ages 9 to 100.

Can I hike instead of run?

Yes. This is a run/hike on a wide, mostly flat old railroad bed, great for runners and hikers of all levels. Hikers get the same bib, timing and results. Start toward the back and keep right so runners can pass.

Where do I park?

At the finish line at Alston Trailhead, State Rd S-20-35, Little Mountain, SC 29075. There is no parking at the start line.

How do I get to the start?

Shuttles run from Alston Trailhead to the start from 6:30 to 8:00 AM. The last shuttle leaves at 8:00 AM, and shuttles do not run after the race, because your car is waiting at the finish.

What time should I arrive?

Plan to park by 7:30 AM so you can catch a shuttle with time to spare. The race starts at 8:30 AM, and runners who arrive after the start will not be permitted on the course.

Is there a bag drop?

Yes. Drop your bag at the start line and it will be brought to the finish.

When and where is packet pickup?

Friday, April 2, 4:00 to 6:30 PM at Craft & Draft, 2706 Devine Street, Columbia. Show your bib for a free beer. Race-day pickup opens at 6:45 AM at the start line.

Are there aid stations?

Yes. There are several water and aid stations along the course.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome. Use a six-foot leash, start at the back, and clean up after your dog. Let us know at registration if you are bringing one.

Do teams get a discount?

Yes. Once your team reaches 5 runners, every member gets $5 back on their registration. Create or join a team when you register.

Will I get a shirt?

Every registration includes a race shirt in adult sizes. If you do not want one, choose the No Shirt option at registration.

What happens if there is bad weather?

The race is rain or shine. If conditions are unsafe, updates will be posted on this page and emailed to registered runners.

When and where are results posted?

On this race's RunSignUp results page. Opt in during registration to get a text or email with your time when you finish.

How are awards scored?

Awards are scored by gun time, measured from the start signal. Awards go three deep: overall male and female, masters (40 and over) male and female, and each age group: 0-9, 10-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-29, then 5-year groups from 30-34 through 65-69, 70-79 and 80 and over. No one wins more than one award: overall winners are not counted in masters or age groups, and masters winners are not counted in age groups.

Are there race photos?

Yes. A professional photographer is at the finish line on the Broad River Trestle.

Do I have to be present to receive my award?

Please stay for the awards ceremony at the finish line celebration to collect your award.

Let's Stay Connected

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