Footraces

The City of Lenoir Parks and Recreation Department sponsors three annual footraces - spring, summer, and fall - held on the city greenway and and trails.

Leprechaun Leap

Generally held in March, the Leprechaun Leap offers a 5K and 10K run. The race is held on the City of Lenoir Greenway. Race details and signup links are online at https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Lenoir/LeprechaunLeapChallenge.

Firecracker Race

Held right before the Fourth of July, the Firecracker Race offers a 5K, 10K, and 1 Mile Fun Run. The race is held on the City of Lenoir Greenway. Race details and signup links are online at https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Lenoir/Firecracker10k5kand1MileFunRun.

9K Trail Race

Generally held in the fall, the 9K Trail Race is held on the trails behind the Lenoir Aquatic and Fitness Center. Race details and signup links are online at https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Lenoir/CityofLenoir9kTrailRace.

Runners start the Firecracker 10K/5K/Fun Run at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex

Runners start the Firecracker Race June 30, 2018.

City of Lenoir Greenway

The City of Lenoir Greenway offers more than 9 miles of path and trails for outdoor activities including running, walking, cycling, and mountain biking. These trails include the main greenway, the T.H. Broyhill Walking Park, and the greenway on Morganton Boulevard. The Zacks Fork Bike Trail offers nearly 3 miles of off-road trail for mountain biking.

Click the following link for more information about the City of Lenoir Greenway.