Trail Running calendar near Albemarle 2026-2027

Run the oldest marathon in North Carolina on a classic, rolling country road course. All finishers earn a unique pottery wine cup and medallion. This event maintains a traditional, community focused atmosphere.

A community trail 5K in Clover, SC on February 28, 2026 that begins and ends at the New Centre Park Splash Pad. The fundraiser supports the Clover Rotary Club's college scholarship for Clover High School graduates.

Trail races of 5K and 10 miles along the Broad River Greenway in Shelby, NC on February 28, 2026. Both events use chip timing and follow natural surface trails through a 1500 acre preserve.

Perennial is a timed endurance run on the beautiful lakefront trails of Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Choose your challenge from 3, 6, or 10 hour durations on a flat, looped course. Complete laps to earn prizes while supporting local envir..

A 30-mile annual point-to-point training run between UNC and Duke, alternating direction by year. The informal event is not affiliated with any organization and participants assume all liability for significant route risks.

A trail ultra at Morrow Mountain State Park on March 7, 2026, featuring 50 mile, 25 mile and 10 mile options across park trails and four peaks. The 50 mile race has a 15 hour cutoff and allows pacers after one lap.

Greensboro trail race on March 7, 2026 with 5, 10 and 17 mile run, ruck, or hike options along Lake Brandt and Lake Townsend. Offers custom shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, and virtual and economy entries.

This trail running event in Pinehurst offers marathon, half marathon, and 5K distances. Proceeds support local community wellness programs. Participants can expect a scenic looped course with aid stations and a welcoming atmosphere for all.

The Blue Star Blitz at Anne Springs Close Greenway offers a mix of trail running and adventure racing. Choose from a scenic 5K or 10K, a family-friendly adventure race, or challenging timed adventure races on foot and bike. It's a day of ou..

A trail 5k at Pluck Farm on March 7, 2026 supporting Learning Outside, with a 250 m kids race and a virtual 5k option. Steel String Brewery will open early to serve brews after the event.

Outlast Charlotte is a 6-hour endurance challenge where runners face a 5K trail lap every hour. Stay in the game by finishing each lap on time, aiming for six laps to earn the premium medal. This event tests pacing and grit on natural terra..

Run the scenic trails of Carolina Horse Park on March 14, 2026. Choose between a gentle 5K route or a challenging 10K loop through rolling hills and past iconic jumps. The event finishes near the grandstand with a post-race Chili Cookoff.

Trail events at Haw River State Park in Greensboro include a 5k Run/Walk and a 1 Mile Fun Run, timed results, awards, t-shirts, and a shoe donation drive for Sneakers4Good.

Explore Carver's Creek State Park on a unique 16-mile loop trail. The Run Stubborn features a 25k and a demanding 50k (two loops) with a 9-hour cutoff. This cupless race includes scenic lakes and technical terrain.

A 3.3-mile trail run on a wooded single-track loop through the Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area. The course winds through rolling hills, rocky sections, and creeks. This second annual event supports Snow Camp Fire & Rescue.

Join the fifth annual Charlotte's Dog Jog for a 5K run on a famous cross-country course. Participate with or without your dog, meet adoptable pups, and enjoy post-run treats. It's a community event with cash prizes for top finishers.

Event Overview The Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 5K/10M is a trail running event taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. It features two race distances: a 5K and a 10-mile run. Both races use a gun start..

The New South Trail Marathon offers full and half marathon distances on the trails of the Whitewater Center in Charlotte. Runners will find aid stations with hydration and food along the course. Unique finisher medals are guaranteed for ear..

A trail running event at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve on April 4, 2026 offering 25K and 50K distances. The course runs on sandy, root strewn trails under longleaf pines and includes an aid station, timing, shirts and finisher me..

I Run for the Gospel brings people together in Monroe, NC for a community event focused on wellness and faith. The run raises funds to support the Created for Worship TV Mission and related charitable programs.