Biltmore Estate 15k and 5k – Asheville, NC – May 16, 2010
Results of the 2010 Biltmore 15k
Results of the 2010 Biltmore 5k
Pictures from the 2010 Biltmore Estate 15k and 5k Races
NOTE: THESE RACES ARE COMPLETELY FULL. THE 15K IS PART OF THE 2010 ASHEVILLE TRACK CLUB GRAND PRIX SERIES
It’s sad to think that this will be the final running of the Biltmore Estate races (15k and 5k). After 11 years these scenic, tranquil races will fall victim to progress and expansion on the estate grounds. I feel fortunate that I was able to register for the 15k before the races had reached the registration limit.
Both races start and finish near the Winery and the Bistro. The 5k starts at 7:15 AM and the 15k starts at 7:20 AM. The 5k is a simple out and back on the road that runs along the French Broad River and past the “big rock” and turns around near the lagoon. The 15k meanders all over the estate, past Dearpark, the Reception and Ticket Center. The course continues through some parking lots, right past the front door of the house, a pass through the gardens and a culmination featuring a long home stretch along the French Broad River, past the big rock and on to the finish line.
Here is a map (click on the image for a much larger map) …
It’s a very good idea to pick up your packet the day before. Here are some instructions from the race organizers …
You MUST pick up your race packet PRIOR to entering Biltmore.The Double Tree Hotel is the race Headquarters, and is located at 115 Highway 25/Hendersonville Road, just north of Exit 50/50B off of Interstate 40, one block south of the entrance to Biltmore. Packet pickup will be available at the Double Tree Hotel from noon – 8:00 pm on Saturday, May 15th. Packets not picked up by that time will be available on Sunday, May 16th from 5:30 – 6:15 am. at the Double Tree Hotel. Runners will receive a bib with embedded chip, a Biltmore grounds entrance ticket and a wicking t-shirt. You are STRONGLY encouraged to pick up your race packet prior to race morning to avoid delays.
