Trail Running calendar near Banner Elk 2026-2027

Join the Iredell Rise & Shine 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Jennings Park for a family friendly morning of exercise on scenic nature trails. Enjoy food trucks, vendor booths, and activities as the community celebrates parks and healthy living.

Run scenic, rugged trails at Grayson Highlands State Park May 2 and 3, 2026 with distances from 8 mile to a full 50 mile challenge. Finishers get a beanie or hat and medal plus post race food, pro photos, and awards.

The Hellbender 100 is a rugged 100 mile trail ultramarathon in North Carolina's Black Mountains, topping Mt Mitchell with enormous climbing and wild mountain scenery. It serves as a Hardrock and Western States qualifier.

Quest for the Crest pushes runners up steep, technical point to point courses to Mt Mitchell's summit, with epic climbs and dramatic mountain views. Multiple distances promise a true mountain test for trail runners.

Hit the trails in downtown Black Mountain for the Cancer Active Trail Race 5K or run virtually from anywhere. Enjoy a scenic course, a race shirt for early registrants, and lively local support along the route.

Join the ninth annual Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run on May 23, 2026 in Norton, VA for a scenic challenge on the Flag Rock trails around Norton Reservoir. Proceeds support a senior supplement program helping low income seniors buy fresh local pro..

Kettlefoot is a USATF trail run at Doe Mountain near Mountain City TN with 50K, 25K and 13K courses over varied, challenging terrain. Climb the 60 foot fire tower for sweeping views and bring kids to the free Kiddlefoot Mile ages 5 to 12.

Run the Dam Yeti weekend on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon with 50 mile, 55K and a 25K Pepsi Challenge to choose from. Point to point trails, finisher medals and a special award await those who tackle both days.

Ridge to Rails in Old Fort, NC features 50k, half marathon and 10k trail races through Mill Creek Valley and the Old Fort Gateway trails. Varied terrain, scenic viewpoints and real mountain mileage make this a rewarding challenge.

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell, NC on June 13, 2026 offers a scenic, challenging trail with 50K and 5K distances. Finishers earn unique handmade pottery medals and aid stations keep you fueled along the way.

Join the Buck Creek Streak, a clothing optional trail run and walk through woods and meadows at Carolina Foothills Resort on June 13, 2026. Choose the 5K or tackle the 7.3K for a special finisher medal, chip timing, and race awards.

Woodbooger 100 is a multi distance trail weekend in Norton, Virginia on June 13 and 14, 2026, featuring 100 mile, 100k, 50k and 25k routes that start and finish at the Norton Expo Center. Tackle rugged climbs, enjoy stocked aid stations and..

Run Froggy Mountain in Galax VA June 19 to 20 on private land with 50 and 100 mile options. Tackle repeated one mile loops with about 500 feet of climb per loop, enjoy aid, hot food, camping and a finisher buckle.

Run the Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC with 5K, 25K, and 50K looped courses around the farm and hunter's cabin. All fees support farm development and finishers earn unique handmade pottery medals; camping is available.

Run rugged loops at Crystal Springs Ultra in Wytheville on August 8 2026 with 12 hour 6 hour and 3 hour options. Technical trails, scenic views and a cupless format make for a full trail challenge.

Join the Flag Rock 5K Trail Run in Norton, Virginia on August 13 as part of the High Knob Outdoor Fest. Tackle scenic trails around Flag Rock and support the festival as all proceeds help keep the outdoor celebration going.

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 the Dark Horse Trail Series at Tryon Equestrian Center on Aug 22, 2026. Choose marathon, half or 10K over scenic 6.5 mile loops with rolling climbs and packed dirt trails, then enjoy stables tours, camping, swag and live results.

Tackle rugged trails and lake views at Panther Creek State Park with a half, 10K and kids mile for all ages. Expect steep single track, big climbs, aid stations and a limited edition event shirt for finishers.

Push your limits on the Thermal Belt Rail Trail at Not A Sprint Ultra Races, a multi hour timed event offering 3, 6 and 12 hour races. Well stocked aid and a 50 mile belt buckle for 12 hour finishers make this a sunny late summer challenge.