Mountain Wellness Weekend

Our “Greenest” Weekend of the Year

Celebrate healthy living, sustainability, and the beauty of Mother Nature during Mountain Wellness Weekend at Bear Lake Reserve! Highlighted by Earth Day and our Run with the Bears 5K, this fun-filled weekend is all about staying active and enjoying the great outdoors as the Appalachian Mountains spring back to life.

Run With The Bears 5K

Surrounded by blossoming trees and beautifully manicured fairways, this race offers participants a unique opportunity to explore the beauty of our mountain-lake community in a dynamic and engaging way. With breathtaking views overlooking the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, runners will follow a gorgeous, yet challenging route that winds along a mix of golf cart paths and safely blocked-off roads.  

It may not be a marathon, but it’s not your average 5K either!

Runners will start at The Summit and experience 645 feet of elevation change throughout their run. As you pass our nine-hole Nicklaus Design golf course, be prepared to take in 91-miles of mountainous views from Clingman’s Dome to Rockyface Mountain. The race will also end at The Summit, where we will reward each finisher with a Bear Lake Reserve t-shirt and a “Run with the Bears 5K” water bottle; the top 3 male and female finishers will receive a trophy and gift card!

Race Day Registration: 9:00am – 9:50am
5K Start time: 10:00am
Location: Meet at the Summit

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