Trail Running calendar near Clayton 2024-2025

The Wesley Woods Trail Race is an exciting event held at Camp Wesley Woods in Townsend, TN, featuring a 6-mile trail run and a 3-mile trail hike. Participants will navigate hilly terrain on a mix of gravel service roads and single-track trails. The 6-mile run includes a challenging "figure-8" course..

The Sparrow is a unique running event taking place in Flowery Branch, GA, featuring both a 6-hour and a 3-hour race on a scenic 2.25-mile loop course. Participants will experience a mix of smooth single track and bridge crossings, with a central aid station offering a variety of food options to acco..

Gone Loco is an exciting running event taking place on February 9, 2025, in Athens, TN, along the scenic Eureka Trail. Participants can choose between a 33-mile (55k) and an 11-mile race, both set on a well-maintained gravel trail that offers beautiful views and a flat, runnable course. This event i..

The Mt Yonah Vertical Race is an exciting annual running event held in Cleveland, GA, featuring two challenging options: a 5,000-foot climb over 3 summits (approximately 25 km) and a 10,000-foot climb over 6 summits (approximately 50 km). The course is technical and steep, with sections requiring sc..

The Fort Yargo Thrill in The Hills is an annual trail running event held at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, GA. This exciting race features multiple distances, including a 50K solo, 50K relays (2 and 3 person), a 21K, and a 5-mile run. The event emphasizes a scenic off-road experience with a mix of..

The Mt Mitchell Challenge and Black Mountain Marathon is a unique running event held in Black Mountain, NC, featuring a challenging 40-mile course that ascends to the summit of Mount Mitchell, the highest point in eastern America. Runners begin at an elevation of 2,360 feet and face a significant el..

The Conquer the Rock 50k and 25k Trail Race, held at Table Rock State Park in Pickens, SC, is a challenging event designed for avid trail runners. Scheduled for March 1-2, 2025, participants can choose between the demanding 50k course, which includes summiting both Table Rock and Pinnacle Mountain, ..

The Coyote Ugly 30K and 50K is a challenging trail race set in the scenic Cohutta Wilderness, starting and finishing at Mulberry Gap Adventure Basecamp in Ellijay, GA. Participants can choose between two distances, with the 30K covering approximately 19 miles and 2900 feet of elevation gain, while t..

The Georgia Death Race is a challenging 74-mile trail running event held in Blairsville, Georgia, starting at Byron Herbert Reece Farm and ending at Amicalola Falls State Park. Participants must carry a 1-pound railroad spike throughout the race, which symbolizes their journey. With a total elevatio..

The Seven Sisters 25K is an exhilarating trail running event set in the stunning Montreat Wilderness of North Carolina. This challenging race features a scenic route that traverses multiple peaks, including Lookout Rocks and Graybeard, with an elevation gain of approximately 4,000 feet. Participants..

The Firefly Trail Run is an exciting running event held in Hendersonville, NC, featuring a beautiful ~3-mile trail loop that showcases stunning natural scenery, including a waterfall and mountain creeks. Participants can choose from a 12-hour, 6-hour, or 5K race format, making it accessible for all ..

The DT Stone Anvil is a challenging trail running event held in Fort Mountain State Park, Chatsworth, GA, featuring multiple race distances including 200 miles, 100 miles, 100 km, 50 km, and timed events of 72, 12, and 6 hours. Set against the backdrop of the Cohutta Mountains, the course consists o..

The Brasstown Bald Buster is Georgia's highest 5K race, hosted by Project 42 Running. This scenic and challenging event features a 3.1-mile course with a 1,700-foot ascent, making it a unique adventure for both competitive runners and casual participants. In addition to the 5K, there is a Brasstown ..

The Cruel Jewel 100 is a challenging 103.54-mile ultramarathon set in the scenic Chattahoochee National Forest in North Georgia. The course features 94 miles of rugged trails and 10 miles of mountain roads, with 20 aid stations to support participants. Runners will navigate steep ascents and descent..

Cruel Jewel 50 is a challenging 57.5-mile trail race set in the stunning Chattahoochee National Forest in North Georgia. This point-to-point event features a mix of 50 miles of rugged trails and 7.5 miles of mountain roads, with 10 aid stations along the route. Runners will navigate technical single..

The Rabun Half Marathon is a grassroots trail running event held in Sky Valley, GA. This half marathon emphasizes a fun and straightforward experience, offering no T-shirts, swag, or awards—just a good time and a clock time. Participants can register until May 25, 2025, with day-of registration avai..

The Cottonmouth Beerlay will take place in Greenville on Saturday 7 June 2025.

The Three Sisters Ultra Festival is an exciting running event held in Maryville, TN, featuring 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour timed races on scenic trails. Participants can enjoy a 2-mile loop course that starts and ends at the McArthur Pavilion, with access to aid stations and personal support areas...

The Longest Day Race is an elimination-style backyard race held at Lakewood Nature Preserve in Greenville, SC. Participants can choose from various distances including a 100k, 50 miles, 50k, marathon, and half marathon. The race starts at 6:30 am and features a 2-mile loop with descending time cutof..

The Night Owl - Vertical Challenge is a unique six-hour night race held at the Byron Herbert Reese Farm in Blairsville, GA. Participants can expect a challenging course featuring approximately 2.34 miles of out-and-back terrain with around 654 feet of vertical gain per lap. The event encourages runn..