
Purple Martin Fabulous 4 Miler
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Rutherfordton, NC
- 128 Green Street, Kiwanis Park - Purple Martin Greenway, 28139
- Featured distance
- 4 Miles
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A challenging 4-miler through scenic woods and over picturesque bridges, celebrating America's 250th while supporting the local Greenway.
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Embrace the challenge of the Purple Martin Fabulous 4 Miler, a race designed to test your endurance on Rutherfordton's rolling terrain. This out-and-back course on the Purple Martin Greenway offers scenic views of woods and Cleghorn Creek, crossing three picturesque bridges, including two charming covered bridges. Join a patriotic celebration for America's 250th anniversary by wearing red, white, and blue. Your participation also supports the enhancement of the Greenway for the community.
What to expect
- A challenging, hilly out-and-back course on the Purple Martin Greenway.
- Run alongside scenic woods and Cleghorn Creek, crossing three picturesque bridges.
- Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a festive red, white, and blue theme.
Standout details
- Challenging, hilly 4-mile course
- Scenic greenway and creek views
- Three picturesque bridges (two covered)
- Patriotic theme for America's 250th
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
- Rolling area
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Welcome to the Purple Martin Fabulous 4 Miler!
Get ready for a challenging, hilly course that mirrors the terrain of Rutherfordton—perfect for pushing yourself beyond the typical 5K. This out-and-back race on the Purple Martin Greenway winds along scenic woods and Cleghorn Creek, crossing three picturesque bridges, including two covered bridges.
This year, we’re going red, white, and blue in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, so wear your patriotic gear and make it a race to remember!
Not only will you test your endurance, but your participation also helps support the growth and enhancement of the Greenway for the community. Lace up, embrace the challenge, and celebrate both your strength and our nation’s milestone!
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