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Slam the Dam 10K Run

Sat, Aug 15, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

Location
Lake Lure, NC
Rumbling Bald Resort, 112 Mountains Blvd., 28746
Featured distance
10K
Type
RUN
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A challenging 10K run in Lake Lure, supporting community recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene. Prepare for significant elevation changes.

  • For a Cause

The Slam the Dam 10K returns to Lake Lure, NC, as part of the "Race for Recovery" weekend. This event supports the ongoing efforts to rebuild the Chimney Rock and Lake Lure areas after the devastation of Hurricane Helene in 2024. Runners can expect a challenging course with significant elevation changes through a mountainous region. It's an opportunity to participate in a meaningful event while experiencing a demanding 10K.

What to expect

  • Experience a demanding 10K course featuring mountainous terrain and notable elevation changes.
  • Run as part of the "Race for Recovery" weekend, contributing to the area's rebuilding efforts.
  • Enjoy the mild weather typical for the season in Lake Lure, NC.

Standout details

  • Supports Lake Lure's post-hurricane recovery
  • Challenging course with elevation changes
  • Mountainous terrain

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warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

The course

  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

It's Back!

The Slam the Dam 10K is back!  As most of you know, Chimney Rock and Lake Lure were devastated by Hurricane Helene in 2024. While the area is slowly recovering, the Lake Lure Olympiad Committee is pleased to be able to bring back both the Slam the Dam 10K as well as the Race to the Rock 5K, as part of their "Race for Recovery" weekend. Unfortunately, the Lake Lure Triathlon will have to wait another year as the lake is still not up to proper standards for safe swimming.

NOTE:  This is a difficult course with lots of elevation changes.

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