2026 Jump Off Rock Half Marathon

The 2026 Jump Off Rock Half Marathon takes place on May 9, 2026, in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Participants can expect mild spring weather typical of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with temperatures generally ranging from the 50s to the 70s Fahrenheit. This road event offers a scenic experience, featuring a USATF-certified half marathon course that begins at Jump Off Rock in Laurel Park with mountain views and spring blooms before descending into downtown Hendersonville, alongside a 10K route that concludes amidst local festivities on Main Street.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon: A USATF-certified course starting at Jump Off Rock
• →10K: A mostly flat course with gentle rollers starting at the Hendersonville Family YMCA

What is the race schedule and timing?

• →Half Marathon Mass Start: 7:30 AM at Jump Off Rock
• →10K Mass Start: 8:30 AM at Hendersonville Family YMCA
• →Race Cutoff Time: 11:00 AM for both distances (Note: early starts are prohibited and will result in disqualification)

Where can I view the course maps?

• →Half Marathon Route: RideWithGps ↗
• →10K Route: RideWithGps ↗
• →Additional Course Details and Cutoff Info: Raceroster ↗

What amenities and water stations are provided on the course?

• →Half Marathon Stations: Located at miles 4.5, 7.5, 9.5, and 11.5, providing water, electrolytes, and JAMBARS, with portajons located nearby. View locations on RideWithGps ↗.
• →10K Stations: Located at miles 2 and 4.5. View locations on RideWithGps ↗.

What are the race rules and restrictions?

• →Runners must use sidewalks when available and remain courteous to others, as the course involves navigating traffic without sidewalks in certain areas.
• →Timing mats are utilized to enforce full course completion.
• →The following are strictly prohibited: dogs, strollers, rollerblades, and bicycles.