A beautiful valley. A tranquil river. A scenic route. A fun afterparty. Check, check, check and check! Welcome to the Fourth Annual Sunset River Run. Whether you are looking to run hard and compete for awards or you are more into an evening stroll along the Yadkin River, this event is for you! Sunset River Run takes place in peaceful Happy Valley, NC (between Lenoir & Blowing Rock). The 5K route is point to point beginning at Lapaz / Marshallberg Farm (3232 Indian Grave Rd, Lenoir, NC) and ending at Happy Valley Filling Station (1275 Highway 268, Lenoir, NC). After you complete your run, it's time to let go and celebrate with awards, craft beer, wood-fired pizza and amazing live music! Every participant (21+) will receive a free beer from Happy Valley Filling Station for all your hard work! The Kids Run Presented By Quest 4 Life will fire off at 8:00 pm. Register by May 11 to guarantee your size of the Official Fourth Annual Sunset River Run T-Shirt designed by Image 420 in Asheville N
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 23.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lenoir, NC.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
