Trail Running calendar near Bryson City 2025-2026

Join the Backyard Ultra Tailgate in Greenville for hourly 5K loops on the Swamp Rabbit Trail where you can run as many laps as you like. Enjoy vendors, games and a big screen while supporting OVC Kenya as laps earn raffle tickets.

Tackle the Chestnut Chase 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC for a scenic, challenging trail run with a big climb early and rolling hills before a downhill finish. Proceeds support NCMTR and the Chestnut Mountain Foundation.

Run the Looking Glass 100k, a single loop 62 mile trail ultramarathon in Pisgah Forest, NC, with about 10,500 ft of elevation and views of Looking Glass Rock. Expect technical trails, waterfalls, strong aid, and a 20 hour cutoff.

Join the 10th annual Color Me Mutt at NASCAR SpeedPark Smoky Mountains for a colorful 5K, 1 mile fun run and pet parade supporting local charities. Dogs welcome for a festive race with treats, medals and park rides.

Challenge the Duncan Ridge Trail at Vogel State Park near Blairsville, Georgia with 50K or 30K trail routes. Scenic Coosa Backcountry sections, aid stations along the way, and proceeds benefit the park volunteers.

Join Upstate Run Club for a free 5k group run on the Swamp Rabbit Trail followed by food and drinks at Double Stamp Brewery in Greenville. All paces welcome; the club provides the main course so bring a side or dessert to share.

Test yourself on Camp Grier trails at the Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival featuring 12, 6 and 3 hour trail running and mountain bike events on December 5 and 6, 2025. Race, fundraise for Old Fort hurricane relief, and enjoy lakeside fest..

Run amid forest, creeks and the 729 foot Amicalola Falls in full and half trail races at Amicalola Falls State Park. Expect gutsy climbs on mostly singletrack, well stocked aid stations, finisher medals and pro timing.

Take on a backyard ultra at Amicalola Falls State Park, repeating a marked loop every hour until one runner completes the final solo lap. Each entrant carries a $100 bill and the last runner standing claims the cash prize.

Explore scenic, technical trails at Mead's Quarry and Ijams Nature Center with a Half Marathon, 10K, or Kids Trail Mile. Enjoy rocky single track, flowing bike trails, aid stations, and a welcoming race vibe.

Tackle scenic technical trails in Helen GA at the Helen Holiday Half Marathon on December 13 with half marathon and 10K options. Expect climbs, hiking sections and one aid station, plus a beanie, pint glass and medal.

The Longest Night is an overnight trail and ultra running event at Lakewood Nature Preserve featuring repeated 1.5 mile loops around a barn hub. Choose distances from 10K to 50 miles and run to support the Upstate Running Club Youth Team.

Tackle 3, 6, or 12 hour timed challenges on a scenic 2 mile loop in Simpsonville while supporting the Upstate Running Club youth team. This self timed, cup free event mixes friendly competition, endurance fun, and community spirit.

Join the Godzilla Thrilla 30 hour endurance run in Anderson, SC and run as many laps as you like on a flat two mile loop while supporting Ronald McDonald House of Japan. Overnight camping, casual aid and finisher awards await.

Run the Duncan Ridge ridgeline at Vogel State Park near Blairsville GA, Jan 13 to 18 2026, with distances from 25 km to a 200 mile epic. Marked loops, staffed aid stations and crew access make this a rugged multi day ultramarathon for adven..

Experience the Tsali Ultra on January 17 2026 in the Nantahala National Forest, featuring scenic single track and lakeside trails with Great Smoky Mountains views. Choose from 50K 30K or 8K distances for a challenging and unforgettable trai..

Take on the Wanderers' Trail Race on January 25 at Maryville College Woods. The chip timed 5k winds over hills, streams and roots, with a kids trail mile and youth 5k for a family friendly day of scenic trail running.

Join the Pleasant Ridge Backyard Ultra in Marietta SC where runners start a 4.167 mile loop each hour and keep going until one runner completes the last lap. Trails, camping and a friendly camp vibe make for a memorable endurance challenge.

Take on rolling camp trails at the Wesley Woods Trail Race with a kids 1 mile run, 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile trail races and a 3 mile guided hike. Hilly single and double track loops, aid station support, and proceeds benefit Camp Wesley Woods.

Gone Loco is a small field trail endurance event on the Eureka Trail in Athens TN on Feb 8 2026. Choose the 33 miler 55k Cherokee Ultra qualifier, the 11 mile, or the new 11 mile ruck for a flat, runnable rail to trail challenge with aid st..