Trail Running calendar near Boone 2026-2027

Experience a community focused obstacle course race at a motocross training facility in North Carolina. Navigate a dirt bike track, creek runs, and pond crossings across distances ranging from 1 to 6 miles.

Join this community trail race in Black Mountain to support cancer patients. Choose between an in person 5k through mountain trails or a virtual option to participate from anywhere.

Mad Dash in Conover features a 5K, a tri-sport challenge with a swim and obstacle course, and a kids' fun run. It's held at the Treetop Adventures park on Lake Hickory. The event supports local adventure initiatives and includes live music.

Run the new Trail Days Half Marathon on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail during the Appalachian Trail Days Festival. Enjoy a professionally timed event with a shirt and finisher award, followed by a festive afternoon in Damascus Town Park.

A 12K trail run in Norton, Virginia on May 23, 2026, held on the City of Norton Flag Rock Area Trails. Proceeds support the Norton Friends and Farmers Market Senior Supplement Program; registrants by May 10 are guaranteed a race shirt.

Trail races at Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City, TN, including 50K, 25K and 13K courses, a kids mile for ages 5 to 12, and access to a 60 foot fire tower. The event is USATF sanctioned.

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 multi distance ultrarun near Abingdon, Virginia featuring a 50 mile out and back, a 55K point to point, and a separate Pepsi Challenge 25K with long downhill sections, crew access, and cupless race rules.

Trail races in Old Fort, NC offering 50k, a net downhill half marathon and a 10k on a mix of new and classic trails. Courses use local trailheads and Camp Grier, include multiple aid stations and require a shuttle for the half.

Experience the 16th annual Marine Corps League Mud Run in Pinnacle featuring a 5k course with mud pits and obstacles. Choose between individual and team waves or the Pollywog Kids Race at Jomeokee Park and Campground.

The Wicked Root 50k will take place in Lowell on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 50 kilometers.

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.

Test your endurance in the scenic forests of Norton Virginia with distances ranging from 25k to 100 miles. Conquer significant elevation gain to earn custom medals or legendary finisher buckles at the finish line.

A mid-June 2026 ultrarunning event near Galax, VA with 50- and 100-mile races on a 1-mile loop. Aid every loop, hot food, basic camping, shower and portable toilets; finishers receive buckles.

Experience three days of mountain trail running in the scenic Virginia Highlands. Enjoy guided runs between 9 and 12 miles while staying at a remote wilderness property with full camping amenities.

A looped mountain event on June 20, 2026 at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area in Hiddenite NC offering an eight lap Vertical Mile and a four lap Half Vertical Mile, on-course aid, water at the summit, and awards by category.

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.

Looped farm trail races in Ellenboro, NC: 5 Miler, 25K, and 50K on a 5-mile loop. Proceeds support farm development and finishers receive handmade pottery medals.

Trail runners and hikers can choose from an 8-mile race, a challenging 25k mountain race, or an 8-mile hike at Hungry Mother State Park. The event finishes with awards, music, and games in a scenic setting with camping options.

Experience an obstacle course race at the Tryon International Equestrian Center featuring horse trails and red clay hills. Choose from 5K and 10K distances or children’s races in a world class sporting venue.