RACE DAY IS JUNE, 7 2025.
Registration Is Now Open!
Flying Squirrel
Ten Miler
Asheville’s Premier
10 Mile Race
Looking for a race that’s challenging, scenic, and unlike anything else? Welcome to The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler – Asheville’s premier 10-mile road race presented by Jus’ Running. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or just looking for an unforgettable running experience, this race is for you.
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REGISTER TODAY
Lock in discounted pricing when you register now.
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SWAG
All registrants receive a custom shirt and finishers medal.
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POST-RACE
Don’t leave without getting your fill! We take our post-race food seriously.
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SCENIC ROUTE
Scenic, but hilly.
“This the best (IMHO) road race in Asheville.”
Race Info
for more detailed race info, visit the RunSignUp page here
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January 1, 2025 – Registration Opens
Early Packet Pickup
Friday, June 6, 2024
3:00pm-6pm - Jus’ Running | 523 Merrimon Ave. Asheville, NC
June 7, 20246:30-7:45am – Same Day Packet Pick-Up (at Orange St – Start area)
8:00am – START (in front of NC DOT building on Orange Street)
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Celebrating the third annual edition and brought to you by the same race organizers that bring you the Asheville Turkey Trot (now in its 20+ year) and the Shut-In Ridge Trail Run (now in its 40+ year), The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler is committed to providing the absolute BEST experience for each and every participant!
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A few roads near the Start and Finish will be completely closed to traffic, though all other roads will be open to traffic. Because of this runners should be aware of oncoming vehicles. There will be course marshals on the course to direct traffic and will do the best to make sure that participants stay safe and that vehicles do no interfere with race participants. The course will be well marked as well.
This is a very hilly 10 mile “lollipop” course (see the MapMyRun link at bottom). The first and last ~.75 miles is fairly flat. The remainder of the course is hilly. Think of the course as one big hill – the first half is uphill and the second half is downhill. Most of the hills are fairly gradual, though there are a few short steep sections. The course is 85% paved, with miles ~5 through 6.5 on gravel (Patton Mountain Road).
COURSE ELEVATION
The course features five miles of gradual uphill and five miles of gradual downhill with a bit of flat at the beginning and end. Runners will gain over 1,400′ and lose over 1,400′ throughout the 10 mile long course. Check out our Course Description for a course map, elevation profile, and turn-by-turn instructions.
Start: 2,162′ above sea level
Finish: 2,162′ above sea level
Max: 3,063′ above sea level
Gain: 1,476′
Distance: 10 mi
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2025 Registrants are guaranteed the following:
Custom Flying Squirrel Ten Miler Shirt
Custom Finishers Metal
Coupons/Giveaways from our sponsors
Custom Race Bib
Professionally Timed Chip Time
Spectacular Views of Asheville (weather permitting)
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Once you catch your breath you’ll have the chance to enjoy post-race refreshments including hanging out with race-day vendors or visit the local businesses located just 1 block away.
There are several great places to grab a late breakfast or early lunch within a short walk of the Finish Zone including Liberty Coffee (fresh and healthy seasonal plates and full coffee bar), City Bakery (classic Asheville bakery and cafe serving up sandwiches and soups), and Pulp + Sprout (juice bar and vegan cafe).
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Want to support Flying Squirrel but don’t want to run? We would love to have you join our race-day team!
Opportunities will be announced later this Spring!
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All finishers will receive a custom special edition Finishers Medal.
Cash to Top 3 M&F
All participants will be eligible for Overall, Masters (40+), and Age Group awards. Awards ceremony will occur in the Finish Zone area towards the end of the race (approximately 10:30am).
Overall: Top 3 Female Overall, Top 3 Male Overall
Masters: Top Female Masters, Top Male Masters
Age Group (Top 3 Female and Male in each group): 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
- Runner Testimonial
“The course is a lot of “fun”, with roughly 5 miles up a decent incline, and then 5 miles back down. It is almost two races in one, and requires some strategy.”
Race Beneficiary
Our race is proud to support the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Each year we donate race proceeds to this Asheville-based organization committed to land conservation in the southern Appalachians. One of the great benefits of their land conservation efforts include the preservation of habitat critical to the Carolina Flying Squirrel (which means a lot to us!).
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
