Event Description

In Cold Mud obstacle course race is the only mud run in the High Country. On Mudder's Day Weekend, I mean Mother's Day Weekend.... May 7, 2022, Join us on Beech Mountain with rugged terrain and wild weather for a one of a kind race. In Cold Mud will be on Wild Iris trail, a "flat" 2.5 mile loop trail. This race is designed for all skill levels. We will have two heats, a competitive heat and a Fun Run heat. Bring the whole family out for some fun in the mud. Racers will begin at 10AM at Beech Mountain Fire Department II on St. Andrews Road.

About this Event

In Cold Mud 5K presented by Beech Mountain Parks & Rec Department will be held May 7, 2022 on Beech Mountain's Wild Iris Trail. With huge anticipation, this makes the 2nd In Cold Mud with the Covid siesta in between. We are thrilled to have races come back to Beech. In Cold Mud was a collective effort between our Tourism and Development Authority and the Parks & Recreation Department. Now more than ever we see the importance of outdoor recreation in daily life to keep stress down and happiness high. We are fortunate to be able to share Beech Mountain beauty and get everyone outdoors!

Course

The course is on Wild Iris Trail Loop, which is an easy woodland trail that we have modified with obstacles. There is a elevation change of around 370ft, which on Beech Mtn. we call this course FLAT. The loop is an old OLD road bed, but has rocks, roots and a bunch of MUD! There will be 1 aid station at mile 2.

Parking

Parking for this event will be at Beech Mountain Club Golf Course
112 Clubhouse Road, Beech Mtn. NC 28604. There will be a shuttle for racers and spectators.

Awards/ Results

We will present you with your own chunk of mud! Participants in the timed categories, Male, Female and Child 12 and under will receive 1st 2nd and 3rd place in customized mugs. We have a local artist creating one of a kind mugs for you to remember your mud experience on Beech.

Results will be emailed day of and posted on racewire.com ASAP

What to Bring

We will have a bag check available for clean clothes. We recommend bringing a towel, change of clothes (including shoes and socks). Plan on being covered in mud from head to toe. We will have a rinse off and changing stations.

Race Day Schedule

8 am - Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup at Fire Station II
9:30 am - Race Registration Closes
10 am - Competitive heat begins
10:30 am - Fun Run heat begins
11:30 - begin Awards Ceremony
12 pm - Clear Course

Schedule of Weekend Events

More details will follow in coming weeks.

Hotels on Beech

Looking for a place to stay while getting muddy all weekend?
4 Seasons at Beech will do a 15% discount

Beech Mountain Realty and Rentals 10% off a two night stay. 

Call and tell them you are racing in IN COLD MUD.

Spectators

We do not charge spectators to cheer and congratulate their family or friends along the course. For everyone’s safety we will kindly ask spectators to find their viewing space off of the trail, and stay there until the end of the current heat.

Photos

Photos will be available on Smugmug.com. A code will be sent to you in your Race Day email.

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Beech Mountain Parks & Recreation, Buckeye Recreation Center