About The Race
*REGISTER BY AUGUST 9TH TO GUARANTEE YOUR SWAG*
Welcome to the Dirt Dash, an adventure that seamlessly blends the beauty of nature with the thrill of trail running.
This is the same race you know and love but under new management with Palmetto Ultras and presented by our title sponsors Billy Simons Real Estate and The Foot Store.
Nestled within the heart of Johns Island, this race invites participants to embark on a journey through lush landscapes, winding trails, and breathtaking scenery that define the Lowcountry's charm. The race begins at the Johns Island County Park, where runners will find themselves surrounded by ancient oaks draped in Spanish moss. The course is designed to challenge participants with a mix of terrains, from well-groomed paths through open meadows to wooded trails.
The race features various distances to cater to all levels of runners from beginners seeking a scenic challenge to seasoned trail runners aiming to test their limits.
The Dirt Dash isn't just a race; it's a celebration of athleticism, nature, and community. With its unique blend of trails and scenic beauty, this race promises an unforgettable experience for all those who lace up their trail shoes.
Youth Runners: email kayla@palmettoultras.com for a 15% discount code good for our runners who are 14 years old or younger only! We want the whole family to come out and enjoy the race!
Packet Pickup + Pre Race Fun
Packet pick up will be held on Thursday, September 11th (location and time TBD). You can also pick up your packet the day of the race from 7-7:30am at the Palmetto Ultras tent at the start/finish line.
Camping via tent or RV is available the night before on site and can be purchased during registration. This park is set up for camping and there's a bath house with real bathrooms and showers on site! Come on out and spend the night before the race so you don't have to worry about sleeping in the morning of! We'll be making s'mores the night before around 8pm at the start/finish area!
Aid Station
There is one aid station located at the start finish line and it will be fully stocked with usual race day snacks like gummy candy, chips, pretzels, water, electrolyte drink, and more!
Whatever you will require during the 3.3 mile loop you must carry with you.
In the morning we'll have coffee and breakfast pastries and come lunch time and beyond we'll be firing up the grill with some hot dogs and hamburgers. Runners and volunteers eat for free! You can purchase meals (hot dog or burger, chips, drink) for friends, family in advance during registration or on site at the race. There will be one water stop on the course. We are CUPLESS so please bring a cup/bottle/bladder to fill up
The Course
The course is a beautiful 3.3ish mile loop with a mix of wide open cross country type trails, single/double track trails, and a tiny bit of a grassy trail.
If you’re running the 5k you will run 1 loop
If you’re running the 10k you will run 2 loops
If you’re running the half marathon you will run 4 loops
If you’re running the marathon you will run 8 loops
A looped course means you don’t have to carry as much fluid/nutrition with you because you’ll be back at the start/finish line and the fully stocked aid station every 3.3 miles.
You are welcome to drop nutrition/fluids/gear off near the aid station in the designated drop bag area so you can restock in between loops. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Start Time/Cutoff Times
All distances will start right at 8am near the Palmetto Ultras tent and they have a cutoff time of 7 hours. This means you have until 3pm to cross the finish line and be considered an official finisher!
Swag & Awards
While we're fine-tuning some of the details, rest assured that your race experience will be nothing short of extraordinary. And yes, we're talking about some seriously impressive swag! Everyone who registers for the race is in for a treat – think top-notch gear and goodies that will make your trail-running heart skip a beat. Everyone who registers will receive a custom BOCO Gear hat with our brand new logo. These are by far the best running hats out there! Lightweight and breathable and perfect for those hot lowcountry runs.
But that's not all. Complete your chosen distance, and you'll not only earn the satisfaction of conquering the course but also proudly wear a custom designed finisher's medal.
And for those speedsters out there – the top three male and female finishers in each distance will earn a coveted award.
Cancellation Policy/ Distance Changes/Bib Transfers
This event will happen rain or shine unless the there are conditions that CCPRC deems unsafe to hold, which can cause the race to be shut down and postponed. No refunds will be issued. I will work very hard to get the event rescheduled as soon as possible if it is canceled. In the event that this happens you will be able to transfer your registration to the following year or to another runner if the new date doesn’t work for you.
If you need to change your distance or want to transfer your bib to another runner– you can do so up to 3 days out from the race on ultrasignup. There will be no distance changes once you cross the start line.
Pregnancy & Postpartum Deferral: We love our mother runners and we get it---family comes first! If you find out your pregnant and don't feel comfortable running the race anymore or your post partum return to running timeline means the race is no longer feasible for you, we offer a 1 year deferral so you can come back and crush it when you're ready! You also have the option of transferring your bib to another runner right here on ultrasignup.
Volunteers
With our volunteer program you can earn free/discounted race entries by helping your fellow runners. If you finish your distance you can stick around and earn some volunteer hours.
See the volunteer tab to sign up and I'll be in touch as the race gets closer.
6 hours volunteer time= 50% discount on any race entry
12 hours volunteer time = 100% discount on any race entry
These hours can be accumulated over several races
Event's current local time: 3:25 PM ET
