Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run

Trail Running covering 5 km in Hickory (North Carolina, United States)

Location

Hickory, North Carolina, United StatesShow on map(35.7332° N, 81.3412° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +130 m

Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run is an endurance sporting event in Hickory, North Carolina, US focused on Trail Running. Key features include Night Run, Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road.

The competition program features 5 km (5 km, +130 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (runsignup.com).

Official website

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Event characteristics

Night Run Lakes & Ponds Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (1)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
5 km	Trail Running	5 km	+130 m	133 m - 188 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

5 km5 km

Distance

5 km

Elevation gain

+130 m D+

Elevation loss

-130 m D-

Altitude range

133 m - 188 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

5 km+130 m D+Peak 188 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 133 m to 188 m above sea level (+130 m D+, -130 m D-)

Peak: 188 m·at 2 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run take place?

Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run takes place in Hickory, North Carolina, US (start area at coordinates 35.7332° N, 81.3412° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run?

The competition program features 5 km (5 km, +130 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run?

The main competition (5 km over 5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +130 m of elevation gain and -130 m of elevation loss, ranging between 133 m and 188 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (runsignup.com).