UltiMutt Race
Date and time
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Location
Tryon Resort: Camping, RV, & Hotel Lodging, Mill Spring, NC
Date and time
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Location
Tryon Resort: Camping, RV, & Hotel Lodging, Mill Spring, NC
Date and time
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Location
Tryon Resort: Camping, RV, & Hotel Lodging, Mill Spring, NC
UltiMutt Race 2027
Sat & Sun, March 13 - 14, 2027
Tryon Resort · Mill Spring, NC
5k Obstacle Race & Noble Dog Fest
Celebrate our ancient friendship with dogs while building a bond with your dog that will last a lifetime!
About the UltiMutt Race
UltiMutt Race & Noble Dog Fest, sponsored by Noble Dog Hotel & Lodge, is a 5k obstacle race & festival designed by canine agility & fitness pros to challenge a dog & owner team over 17+ obstacles at your pace, with our Competitive & Fun Run options!
Running UltiMutt = Saving Lives! 10% of race fees & 100% of donations are given to Greenville County Animal Care, the largest open intake shelter in the Carolinas.
Start Line: 1 runner starts every 15 seconds to eliminate crowding and bottlenecking on the course. The event is fully outdoors with ample space to spread out.
Race Day Details
DatesSaturday & Sunday, March 13 & 14, 2027LocationTryon Resort, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC 28756Distance5k obstacle course, 17+ obstaclesFirst Wave9:00 AM both daysCourse Closes1:30 PM both daysNoble Dog FestSat & Sun, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · free admission for the whole family, including the family dog!ParkingFree onsiteOnline Registration ClosesFriday, March 12, 2027BenefitingGreenville County Animal Care
Wave Schedule
Every wave is capped. Pick your start time when you register — waves sell out individually, so the time you want is the time you should grab.
Saturday, March 13, 2027
9:00 AM5k Competitive — Large Dog (36+ lbs)75 spots9:00 AM5k Competitive — Small Dog (up to 35 lbs)75 spots9:30 AM5k Competitive — Large Dog (36+ lbs)75 spots9:30 AM5k Competitive — Small Dog (up to 35 lbs)75 spots10:00 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots10:30 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots11:00 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots11:30 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots Sunday, March 14, 2027
Set your clocks forward. Daylight saving time begins at 2:00 AM on Sunday, March 14 — you lose an hour overnight. All Sunday wave times below are the new time. Most phones and watches update on their own; anything you set by hand will not.
9:00 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots9:30 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots10:00 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots10:30 AM5k Fun Run / Walk125 spots *Competitive waves run Saturday only. Sunday is Fun Run / Walk.
Race Options
Competitive Wave
Timed. 30 squats to skip or fail an obstacle. Saturday only.
Awarded: Top Male & Female with a Large Dog (36+ lbs) Awarded: Top Male & Female with a Small Dog (up to 35 lbs)
Awarded: Top Non-Binary Person with a dog
Fun Run Wave
Non-timed 5k fun run / walk. You can skip any obstacle. Saturday and Sunday.
No awards — just you, your dog, and 17+ obstacles at your own pace.
Course
A 5k loop across the grounds of Tryon Resort with 17+ obstacles built by canine agility and fitness pros. Fully outdoors, with plenty of room between teams. Dogs start in solo lane, 1 team every 15 seconds.
Course map: to be posted. A link will be added here once the 2027 route is finalized.
Water & Aid
Water is available for both two-legged and four-legged athletes at the start / finish area, with dog bowls on hand. Bring a collapsible bowl if your dog prefers their own.
On-course water stops: 1 water stop per mile and exact locations to be confirmed for 2027.
Parking
Free parking onsite at Tryon Resort, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC 28756. Spectators park in the same lots — no separate pass needed. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your wave so you and your dog have time to settle in.
What's Included
Finisher Medal
Commemorative, every finisher
Collectible Patch
Iron-on, unique to the year
Race Photos
Sponsored, free to download
Noble Dog Fest
Full access included
All runners get a timed, published result.
Noble Dog Fest — Saturday, 9 AM to 2 PM
Free admission for the whole family, including the family dog.
Food & beverage trucks
Noble Nessie's Craft Biergarten
Music & Champion Awards Ceremony
Vendor Village — 20+ local shops
Photo booths & pup caricatures
Festival Activities
Pre-Register for Festival Activities
Paint ur Pet Workshop, led by Jessica Brush
Try it! Dog Yoga, led by Deb of Sunbelly Cafe
Try it! SwiftPaws Lure Coursing
Try it! WCERA Canine Escape Room
Try it! Canine Conditioning / Agility
Try it! Herding Instinct Tests with On the Lamb
Other Activities - Pre-Registration not required
Dogs & Drinks Mixer: Fri, March 12 @ 6:00 PM, Grab your race bib early & head to one of the 6 restaurants onsite!
Sat 9 AM – 2 PM: Palmetto Disc Dog demos & club intro with Lucas Croft
Sat/Sun 9 AM – 2 PM: NACC Canicross harness / gear fittings — drop-in
Lodging — Make It a Weekend
To book the discounted rate you must CALL 828-863-1103 and mention you are an "UltiMutt Guest." These rates are not available online.
Tryon Resort features 1,600 acres of nature trails, 6 onsite restaurants, 20+ boutique shops, family entertainment, and more. The property offers a variety of onsite lodging options:
50 dry tent camping spaces — available until sold outRV park spacesUltiMutt Discount: 10% off, 2-night minimum stay, pet fees waived — 1 to 5 bedroom Cabins, Overmountain Lodge, Stablehouse Inn Nearby hotels, AirBnBs, glampgrounds & campgrounds:
Search Nearby Lodging on Google Maps
4 Paws Kingdom & Dog Campground — 15 milesEmberglow Outdoor Resort — 7.8 milesTown & Country Inn Suites — Spindale — 9 milesHampton Inn & Suites — Forest City — 15 miles
Race Awards
Champion Awards — Competitive Wave
Top Male & Female w Large Dog Large Dog — 36+ lbs
Top Male & Female w Small Dog Small Dog — up to 35 lbs
Top Non-Binary Person w Dog
Champions are recognized at the awards ceremony during Noble Dog Fest on Saturday. The Fun Run waves are allowed to skip obstacles and therefore not eligible for awards.
Giving Back
10% of every race fee and 100% of all donations go to Greenville County Animal Care, the largest open intake shelter in the Carolinas. You can add a donation to your registration at checkout.
Greenville County Animal Care takes in every animal that comes through its doors, no matter the condition. Every entry in this race, and every dollar added at checkout, goes straight into that work.
Good to Know
Do the clocks change race weekend?
Yes. Daylight saving time begins at 2:00 AM on Sunday, March 14, 2027, so you lose an hour overnight Saturday. Every Sunday wave time on this page is the new time. Phones and smart watches usually update themselves; oven clocks, car clocks and wind-up watches do not.
Are there any discounts?
Yes — discounts are available for children under 15, for first responders & military, and for referring 2 friends who register with your code.
When do I pick up my packet?
You can pick up your packet Friday at Dogs & Drinks Mixer (onsite) or on raceday morning at the start area. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your wave.
What if the weather turns?
This is a rain-or-shine event. We only reschedule for conditions that are catastrophic, in which racers will have the option to defer to a future event. Any change is announced by email and on our Facebook page as early as we can make the call. Entry fees are non-refundable.
Can my family come watch?
Absolutely, and it is free. Spectators park in the same free onsite lots, and Noble Dog Fest admission is free for the whole family, including the family dog. The start / finish area is the best spot to see teams come through.
Is cell service reliable at Tryon?
Coverage across the Tryon Resort grounds is spotty depending on your carrier. Screenshot your confirmation, agree on a meeting spot with your group before you split up, and do not count on a live data connection for directions once you are on the property.
Are kids and strollers welcome?
Kids are welcome at the festival, and children under 15 get a registration discount. On the course, each registered handler runs with their own dog, and strollers are not practical over the obstacles — plan to leave them at the festival area.
What should my dog be able to do?
Your dog needs to be comfortable on leash around other dogs and people, and current on vaccinations. Every obstacle can be skipped — Fun Run teams skip freely, Competitive teams do 30 squats instead. There is no minimum fitness requirement for the Fun Run waves.
When do results and photos post?
Competitive wave results post to this RunSignUp page the same day, usually within a couple of hours of the last wave. Sponsored race photos are typically available within a week and are free to download.
Can I register on race day?
Online registration closes Friday, March 12, 2027. Waves are individually capped and do sell out, so registering ahead is the only way to guarantee the start time you want.
Managing Your Registration
You can handle all of the following yourself through your RunSignUp profile:
Transfer your entry to another runnerSwitch your wave or start time within this raceEdit your personal detailsManage add-ons, store and apparel purchases All entries are final. No refunds. You may defer to a future race. No deferrals or switching waves allowed after Feb. 13th.
Let's Stay Connected
Website — ultimuttrace.comFacebook — facebook.com/ultimuttracePresenting sponsor — Noble Dog Hotel & Lodge
5K
1.6 mi