Trail Running calendar near Canton 2026-2027

Enjoy a wooded 5k through Maryville College Woods with hills, streams, roots, and rocky terrain starting at McArthur Pavilion. Family friendly with a Kids Trail Mile and student options, chip timed and part of the Knoxville Track Club trail..

Join the Wesley Woods Trail Race on Feb 7 for scenic, hilly trail runs and a kids gravel mile at Camp Wesley Woods in Townsend TN. Multiple distances from a 3 mile loop to a 12 mile challenge, with proceeds supporting camp ministries.

Take on mud and hills at Dark Hollow Wallow with 11 mile, 5 mile and Kids Trail Mile options for all ages. Rustic trail racing with aid stations and family friendly entries, so bring water and be ready for a challenge.

Run the Land and Lakes Relay, a scenic team race from Warren Wilson to Fonta Flora Brewery near Lake James. Teams of 4 or 6 run legs from 2.7 to 8.7 miles through scenic lakeside country, finishing at the brewery with a post race party.

Run the Catawba Falls 15k in Old Fort North Carolina, starting along the Catawba River before a rugged trail loop past waterfalls and creek crossings. Race proceeds support local conservation and the finish features food from nearby partner..

Join the 5th annual Union Mills Wilderness 5K and 10K on Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 in Union Mills, NC for timed races on scenic riverside and mountain routes. Proceeds support the Union Mills Learning Center.

Pick the 25k or 50k and tackle steep, rocky trails to the summits of Table Rock and Pinnacle Mountain at Table Rock State Park. Rugged singletrack, big elevation and epic views make this a true mountain trail challenge.

Run the BigFoot Tech Trek 5K on March 7, 2026 in Marion, NC, a scenic campus route along the Tech Trail and around a pond with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. A welcoming course for runners and walkers alike.

Run, walk, bike or swim for a cause at the Clemson 8 Challenge in person on March 7 or virtually March 7 to 14. Family friendly distances from an 800 m kids fun run to 8, 14.2 and 26.2 mile options help raise funds for military affiliated s..

Run or walk Race the Helix Upstate on March 7, 2026 at Lake Conestee Nature Park in Greenville to support the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation. Choose a live or virtual 5K or 1 mile and enjoy scenic trails, community spirit, and family f..

Camp Croft race weekend at Croft State Park in Spartanburg SC offers looped trail races from 10 Mile to 100 Mile with on site camping for multi loop entrants. Smooth single track, rolling hills and stocked aid stations welcome ultrarunners.

Run rugged, high country trails at the Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker in Old Fort, NC, choosing a tough 50 mile or 55 kilometer course with technical singletrack and big climbs. Enjoy scenic views, solid aid and rustic Camp Grier vibes.

Assault on BlackRock is a seven mile trail race in Sylva NC on March 21, 2026 that climbs to the summit through spruce forests along the Plott Balsam spine. Expect rugged single track, steep pitches and a festive community vibe.

The Trail That Can't Be Concord on March 21 in Knoxville is a spirited trail race at Concord Park offering 10K, 20K and a kids trail mile on moderately hilly single loop terrain. Join the Knoxville Track Club series with season pass options..

Georgia Death Race is a legendary 74 mile trail challenge finishing at Amicalola Falls. Runners carry a 1 lb railroad spike to toss at the end and earn an engraved spike, and about 60 percent of starters finish.

Run scenic single track with lake views at Lake James Races, featuring a 7 mile and a 5k from Fonta Flora Brewery. Chip timed in person and virtual options with a wooden finisher medal, commemorative shirt and a beer for 21 plus runners.

A 5k in Valdese, NC on April 4, 2026 supporting awareness for humane treatment of incarcerated people. The course features a slope, rock stairs, a suspension bridge near 0.5 miles and an out and back on the Valdese greenway.

Run the Seven Sisters 25 km in Montreat NC, a rugged mountain trail with about 4,000 ft of climbing and mostly singletrack through dramatic ridges and overlooks. Expect steep, technical terrain and a cupless format so bring your own water.

Run scenic, challenging trails around Unicoi State Park in Helen GA on April 18, 2026 with marathon, half marathon, and 4 mile options. Courses feature big climbs, a riverside finish, and proceeds support Unicoi State Park and White County..

Roll the dice at The Gamble and run whatever fate chooses on a 1.67 mile figure 8 loop of trails, gravel, hills and stairs around Hendersonville. Bring your own gear and hydration for a playful, rain or shine challenge.