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The Naturalist
Franklin, North Carolina · Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 50K, 25K
Official race page & registration ↗The Naturalist takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Franklin, North Carolina. The race offers 2 distances: 50K, 25K. For anyone travelling in, Clemson is about 46 miles away and Knoxville is about 62 miles away.
It is one of 237 races on the North Carolina calendar that October.
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Location
- Franklin, North Carolina
- Distances
- 50K, 25K
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Franklin: check in Oct 2, out Oct 4.
Common questions
When is The Naturalist?
The Naturalist is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Where is The Naturalist held?
The Naturalist is held in Franklin, North Carolina. It is about 46 miles from Clemson and 62 miles from Knoxville.
What distances does The Naturalist offer?
The listed distances are 50K, 25K.
How do I register for The Naturalist?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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