A Special Use Permit is required for any organized group running activity on the carriage trails at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. A completed application form and payment of the $400 special event fee must be submitted to the Permits Coordinator at least 60 days in advance of the proposed event start date.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Group Running at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
What constitutes an “organized group”?
Any group that represents and/or travels as part of a sponsored activity of any school, university, institution, club, training program, coach-led training activity, or other running related entity.
Are there limits to how large the group can be?
Yes, group running permits are limited to a maximum of 50 runners.
How much is a Special Use Permit for group running?
The total cost is $400.00. This fee includes a $100 application fee and a $300 administrative fee.
Are there any weather related refunds?
No, the fees charged are cost recovery for work completed related to processing the permit and are not refundable.
Are there restrictions to running activities on the carriage trails?
Yes, the following restrictions apply to all groups running at Cone Park:
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Running on the Bass Lake Loop Trail is prohibited.
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Running on the upper carriage road directly in front of Flat Top manor is prohibited.
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Parking in the Bass Lake parking area is prohibited.
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Parking in the gravel lot on US 221 is prohibited.
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Parking in the Flat Top Manor parking area is prohibited.
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Bicycles are not allowed on any trail at any time.
- Runners must run in a manner that does not monopolize the trail.
- Amplified music/portable speakers are prohibited on the trails.
