Trail Running Calendar North Carolina 2026-2027

Momentus Back Yard Ultra in Monroe, NC uses a 4.167 mile loop on private farmland; entrants can run repeated hourly loops until one runner remains or choose a single 4.167 mile Celebrity Loop.

A two day ultramarathon gathering at Sky Maple Farm in Hillsborough NC that combines looped running with moving meditation, sound baths, yoga, equine assisted meditation and a vegetarian farm to table dinner.

Trail races in Old Fort, NC on June 6, 2026 offering a 50 km loop, a point to point net downhill half marathon, and a 10 km figure eight on the Old Fort Gateway trails, with aid stations, shuttles for the half, and race swag for finishers.

A community 5K in Kernersville on June 6, 2026, marking Fleet Feet’s 50th anniversary and Global Running Day. The event features a cross-country 5K split into two heats plus an untimed 1-mile fun run, with proceeds supporting Good Works Eng..

A 5K obstacle mud run with individual and team waves plus a 1200 m kids course, held June 6, 2026 at Jomeokee Park and Campground; packet pick-up is available the day before.

A first annual trail event at Restoration Church featuring a chip timed 5K, a 1 mile kids run with medals, and an untimed 5K walk, with proceeds supporting a local family and a community gathering after the races.

A roughly 3 miles trail run through Carolina Beach State Park finishing at Good Hops Brewing on June 20, 2026, with post-race awards and refreshments. Proceeds support Carolina Beach Elementary School and Friends of the State Park.

Experience the 12th annual mountain running event at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area. Choose between the 16 mile Vertical Mile or the 8 mile Vertical Half Mile on this North Carolina course.

A looped trail event at Hollis Hills Farm near Ellenboro, NC offers **5K**, **25K**, and **50K** races on a 3 mile farm loop plus an out and back fire road. Aid station supplies and unique handmade pottery finisher medals support farm devel..

An evening of five races at the Hanes Park track in Winston Salem on June 27, 2026, combining four track events and a 5K cross country race. Completing all five events yields a finishing score, an Ultimate Runner t shirt and a 4.91 car deca..

A two mile timed dune run and a one mile Color Fun Run take place at Jockey's Ridge State Park on July 3, 2026. Proceeds support Friends of Jockey's Ridge and the event includes awards and a post race gathering.

A mud-run 5K at Porter Farms in Charlotte on July 18, 2026 featuring obstacles, waist-deep mud pits, a pre-party and an after-party with music, food trucks, and beer. Registration includes standard and VIP package options.

Experience the scenic beauty of Harris Lake County Park with 5 and 10 mile trail races. Run through forested single track and open fields while enjoying expansive lake views in New Hill.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run at Historic Greenbrier Farms in Chesapeake, VA on July 19, 2026. The course includes 18 plus obstacles and welcomes participants aged seven and up to run, jog or walk in a teamwork focused, non competitive s..

Experience a family friendly obstacle course in Garner where parents and kids aged 5 and up run together. Tackle a two mile course featuring up to 16 obstacles with options for medals and even your dog.

Experience a relaxed weekend of mountain running and community at the Nantahala National Forest. This adult trail camp features group runs and forest adventures for all activity levels in a social campground setting.

A backyard ultra in the woods near Concord, NC on July 25, 2026 featuring a repeating loop of 4.167 miles each hour; the last runner to complete a loop is the winner and results show distance covered.

A 5K trail race at McAlpine Park on July 25, 2026, run on the Larry McAfee XC course. Prizes go to overall and age group winners, and to the team with the most participants; registration runs April 30 to July 11, fee $40.

Obstacle-course races at Tryon International Equestrian Center on Aug 01–02, 2026 feature horse-trail terrain, red clay hill climbs, creek beds, multiple obstacles, a pre-race workshop, kids races, and spectator access.

An approximately 11 mile themed trail run near Danbury, NC with steep climbs, two rock scrambles and a river crossing. Aid stations are provided and volunteers will help with limited car shuttles so participants should plan transport.