Trail Running calendar near Banner Elk 2026-2027

A 24 hour lap-based trail relay at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte where teams of 2 to 12 score points by completing laps and bonus challenges. Camping and meals are included and awards are given by division.

Trail event at Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City TN offering 50K, 25K, 13K and a free kids mile. Courses feature significant elevation and a 60 foot fire tower with panoramic views.

A 10 miles out and back trail race on the VA Creeper rail to trail in Abingdon, VA, mostly dirt and gravel with two road crossings. Registration has a $20 fee and awards are given by overall place and multiple age groups.

A 5.5K trail race in Saint Paul, Virginia on May 30, 2026, featuring a steep opening climb, downhill and level trail sections, and a riverside finish. The race is part of the SFTC Trail Racing Series with online entry and set registration d..

Trail races near Abingdon, VA offering a 50 mile, a 55K and a separate Pepsi Challenge 25K the following day. The routes include long downhill forest sections, a famous broken Pepsi machine on course, crew access points and a cupless policy..

Trail races in Old Fort NC featuring a 50k loop, a net downhill half marathon, and a 10k on new and classic singletrack with aid stations, shuttle for the half, and parking at Camp Grier.

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.

Experience a unique clothing optional trail race through the scenic woods and meadows of the Carolina Foothills Resort. Choose between a 5k or a 7.3k chip timed run followed by a resort lunch and day pass access.

A multi-distance trail event in Norton, Virginia with singletrack, gravel and ridgeline terrain, substantial elevation gain, and distinct 25k, 50k, 100k and 100 mile formats. Ultra finishers receive a Woodbooger buckle.

A loop ultramarathon held on private property near Galax VA with one mile loops and about 500 feet of gain per loop. Runners can choose 50 mile or 100 mile distances with aid and hot food at the start and finish.

Three nights in the Virginia Highlands with three organized morning trail runs, camping on a mountain property, basic tiny cabins available, limited cell service, GPX routes and professional photos included.

A mountain loop event in Hiddenite, NC on June 20, 2026 featuring two races over steep rock-face trails with aid stations at base and top and limited entry to the first 175 registrants.

Experience a 6 mile out and back trail race along a scenic logging road in Rocky Fork State Park. Run alongside the creek to support park improvements as part of the State of Franklin Track Club Trail Series.

A trail event in Ellenboro, NC with 5K, 25K and 50K options run on a five mile loop. Proceeds support farm development; camping and a Friday bonfire are part of the weekend.

Races around the Historic Crab Orchard Museum corn maze in Tazewell VA on July 4, including a five-lap Revolutionary Run approximating 5K and a one-lap aMAZEing Fun Run that allows leashed dogs.

Races and a hike at Hungry Mother State Park on July 25, 2026 include a one lap 15 mile mountain race plus 8 mile options along lakefront trails. Post-event awards, refreshments, live music and games are planned.

A 5K running event on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, Virginia, held July 25, 2026, supporting rare cancer research. Registration opens May 17 and closes July 11 with a $25 fee.

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.

A three-day trail running retreat in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, with guided daily runs, lodge meals, and shuttle service. Accommodation options range from king suites to shared bunks and pricing varies by room type.

A one mile obstacle mud run with 16 obstacles, giant sprinklers and a lazy river at the Bennick Compound in Morganton, NC. The event focuses on mud and water course features within a short, obstacle centered layout.