JUMP OFF ROCK HALF MARATHON & 10K

Half Marathon presented by Hunter Subaru
10K presented by UNC Health Pardee

An Iconic Race Descending into Historic Hendersonville

May 9, 2026

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 7!

Experience the Jump Off Rock Half Marathon and 10k presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee. Each mile is packed with local charm and every stride brings you face-to-face with Hendersonville's beautiful landscapes and historic treasures. This is more than just an endurance race—it's a visual journey through picturesque spots like the breathtaking Jump Off Rock, the serene Osceola Lake, and the charming streets of downtown Hendersonville. Whether you're tackling the half marathon or the 10k, every step offers something special.

Permit pending government approval | Race date & course subject to change

why you'll love this race:

Register by April 13th to receive a custom race shirt ($25 after deadline)
A unique, custom-designed, commemorative finisher medal
Complimentary shuttles for all participants
A scenic route with awesome views, gentle hills and beautiful spring blooms
A USATF certified course that is chip timed, clearly marked and well-supported
Post-race party with live music, local vendors and a complimentary beer! (21+)
Locally-sourced awards for overall winners and top finishers in each age group
Jump Off Rock Artisan Market + Race Expo the day before the event

What our runners are saying...

"I couldn’t have had a better race day and it is thanks to the entire @idaphevents crew for working tirelessly to bring us such fun and exciting races 🤍"

"You could not ask for a more scenic course! Two deer even cut the course behind me! The downtown finish line was so energetic."

"This is the only race I have ran more than once, and I am already planning on signing up again next year. It is one of my favorite courses, and the volunteer’s high energy is contagious."

"Many thanks to the police officers, iDaph staff, and volunteers who are on the course to keep runners safe."

"I loved that the town came out to support the runners and the brewery even opened early!"

"Overall, it was a great race that was well put together. Packet pick up was easy, shuttles were handy, the course was well marked, and the views were great!"

"Overall this was a great race! Medal was fantastic! Hendersonville is a great town. I would definitely come again."

AVL Spring Water is our hydration partner, serving up fresh, locally-sourced mountain water at every event. Nothing added. Nothing taken away. Just pure, clean water to fuel your race. LEARN MORE

The Course

The point-to-point, half marathon begins at Jump off Rock, a national landmark and the Town of Laurel Park’s highest peak. The route descends for several miles where it passes the start of the point-to-point 10K course. Together, both routes will travel through neighborhoods with gentle hills and around Lake Osceola before finishing on Main Street in historic Hendersonville, North Carolina. The half marathon will have 4 fully stocked water stations while the 10K will have 2. Each station will have Gatorade, Water, and JAMBARS.

Half Marathon | 13.1 Miles

Rolling Start
7:30AM - 7:45AM

Course Cutoff
11:00 AM

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10K | 6.2 Miles

Start Time
8:30AM

Course Cutoff
11:00 AM

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Both courses are USATF sanctioned and certified
Sanction Number: #142687
Half Marathon USATF Certification Number – NC23011DF
10K USATF Certification Number – NC23012DF

Join us for the Jump off Rock Half Marathon + 10k Artisan Market and Race Expo on May 8, 2026 from 3PM to 7PM at Continuum Art (view map). Pick up your race packet and enjoy the market! Local artisans will be showcasing and selling their products and services alongside running related vendors. Click HERE to learn more about the Artisan Market, and RSVP to let us know we'll see you there!

Are you interested in being a vendor at the market? Complete the application to participate in this event.

Our Presenting Partners

This event would not be possible without the generous support of Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee. We are grateful for their participation and admire the ways in which they support our community.

Our Community Partners

All signature iDaph events partner with local organizations to help advance their mission. Supporting these causes strengthens our community bonds by addressing the unique challenges and needs within our area. It ensures that resources are allocated where they can have the most direct and tangible impact, fostering a sense of ownership and empowerment among residents.

We are thrilled to partner with Hendersonville YMCA this year! The YMCA of Western North Carolina's mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. As a nonprofit, they offer income-based rates to ensure access for the entire community. Donor support funds financial assistance, which is based on need and available resources.

Blue Ridge Humane Society is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of life for animals in Henderson County and our neighboring communities through adoption, outreach, and education. Prior to adoption, each animal is provided with all the appropriate vaccinations, a microchip, dewormed, and is spayed or neutered. In addition, each pet goes home with a 30-day free health insurance plan. They are committed to finding lifelong homes for every pet. Screening and counseling of potential families contribute to our successful adoptions.

WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA

Spend the Weekend

An Authentic Mountain Destination

If you're not from here, you're going to love visiting here. Experience the thrill of running or cycling amidst the breathtaking beauty of Western North Carolina, where the rugged mountains and pristine landscapes set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. We invite you to make our event your ultimate destination race. Our Visitor’s Guide features lodging options, airport info, and the inside scoop on what to see and do while you’re here.

View our Visitor's Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

All event details can be found on our registration page. Simply click "register" on this page and you will be taken to Race Roster, our registration partner.

Once you register, we will remind you about important details prior to the race. We send an email and text message the week before the event. It will contain a link to our interactive event guide that has everything you need to know in one place.

If you have a question and can't find the answer, we are here to help! Send us a message or email us at support@idaph.net.

Did you register to participate in person but can’t make it on race day? You don’t have to miss out! You can transfer your registration to the virtual event at any point before the start of the race. In the virtual event, you’ll run anywhere you like, post your results, and have your swag mailed to you after the event.

TRANSFERS: All participants can transfer into the virtual version of their event up until the start of the event. Send a message to support@idaph.net to request the transfer. There will be no refunds for the price difference between events. Transfers that occur within seven days of the event will cost $10.

Transfers between participants are prohibited. Participants who run with another runner's bib will be automatically disqualified and bandits will be banned from future iDaph events.

REFUNDS: We have a small, but mighty team that is working on all the details to produce this event safely for you and everyone in our community in attendance. We are incurring the expenses for production well before the day of the event, and we will not be able to provide a refund to you should you want to cancel your registration, or if the event itself has to be canceled due to a change in the status of the pandemic, weather, an act of god, or other unforeseen circumstance.

CANCELLATION: In the event of an unforeseen circumstance, such as an emergency, an act of god, not receiving approval of final event permits or a change in public health guidelines that results in the inability to have an in-person event, we reserve the right to cancel the event and automatically convert all in-person registrations to the virtual option. Should this occur, your swag will be mailed to you free of charge.

DEFERRALS: We do not allow deferrals from race to race. If you're unable to make it on race day, you may switch to the virtual option.