Trail Running calendar near Albemarle 2025-2026

Take on May Madness 50K near Hoffman NC on May 23, 2026, by running ten consecutive 5K laps with an hour between each for a true all day challenge. Rustic trails, a central aid station and free camping give it low key ultrarun vibes.

Run on private Monroe farmland: a 4.167 mile Back Yard Ultra loop each hour until one runner remains, or a single 4.167 mile Celebrity Fun Run for walkers and joggers. Expect intermediate trails, self supported laps, village camping and mus..

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell NC on June 13, 2026 offers a tough 50K and a fun 5K on rugged 10 mile loops with big climbs and well stocked aid stations. Finishers receive unique handcrafted medals from BlueGill Pottery.

Take on the 40th Ultimate Runner on June 27, 2026 in Winston Salem, NC, a one day test combining four track races plus a 5K cross country where you must finish all five to score. Finishers get the event shirt and a collectible decal.

Rudolph's Revenge is a Christmas in July night 5K in Rock Hill benefiting the Northwestern High cross country team. Run a glow lit grass and track loop in costume, with chip timing, music, snacks and awards.

Hit twisty trails and climbs at Black Copperhead Sting in Belmont NC on August 15, 2026, with 50K, 25K or 5K loop options. Aid stations offer savory and sweet fuel and finishers earn a one of a kind handmade pottery medal.

Run day or night at Hagan Stone Park in Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem, a Half Marathon and 10K on smooth marked trails with a moodier evening option. Complete both to link medals and take home a custom hoodie with post race food and photos.

Hit the scenic trails in Wilkesboro at the Chad Lovette Memorial Trail Run, with 5K and 10K timed options plus a 5K walk and virtual choice. Race in September to support the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life.

Take on The Last Wolf in Kings Mountain on Oct 10, a Last Man Standing loop race with 50K, 25K and 5K options. Run 3.1 mile gravel loops with expanding cutoffs and fight to be the final finisher.

Run a certified 5K on a scenic 50 acre horse ranch in southern Gaston County on Saturday, October 10, with a 2K walk, a Half Pint kids run and a virtual 5K option. Family friendly event continues rain or shine with race day packet pick up.

Run the scenic trails at Carvers Creek State Park on October 17, 2026 for the Deerfly Trail Race, offering 11K and 6K distances. Bring your dog for dedicated dog divisions and enjoy Heckler Brewing's support while backing the Fayetteville R..

Run the Triple Lakes Trail Race on Oct 24, 2026 at Bur Mil Park in Greensboro along scenic trails around three lakes. Distances range from half to 40 mile ultra with relay, ruck and virtual options and a Trail Mega Medal finisher medal.

Take a chance at The Unforeseen, a dice determined trail race at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve on November 14. Loop the scenic 2.25 mile course until fate calls it quits, enjoy free photos and compete for a Damascus steel knife.

Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend on trails at Cane Creek Mountains with the Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile. On site and virtual options, finishers gear and post race food await on scenic singletrack.