North Carolina · 10K
Slam the Dam 10K Run
Slam the Dam 10K Run is a 10K event held in Lake Lure, North Carolina. It was last held on August 15, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Lake Lure, NC
Race details
- Last held
- August 15, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Lake Lure, North Carolina
- Distances
- 10K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Start time
- 8:30 AM EDT
- Course profile
- Point-to-point course; Road surface
About the Slam the Dam 10K Run
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: …
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Slam the Dam 10K Run: common questions
- When is the Slam the Dam 10K Run?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Slam the Dam 10K Run held?
- In Lake Lure, North Carolina.
- What distances does the Slam the Dam 10K Run offer?
- 10K.
- How do I register for the Slam the Dam 10K Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- What time does the Slam the Dam 10K Run start?
- 8:30 AM EDT.
- What is the course like at the Slam the Dam 10K Run?
- Point-to-point course; Road surface.
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