Trail Running calendar near Carolina Beach 2025-2026

The Twin Anchors Copperhead Beer Relay 20K and Beer Mile is a unique running event held in Hampstead, North Carolina, at the scenic Briar Patch Hunting property near Poplar Grove Plantation. Participants can compete individually or in teams of 2 to 4, running four 5K loops to complete the 20K distan..

The Inferno Ultra, held in Conway, South Carolina, challenges runners with 15K, 25K, and 50K distances along the rugged Panther Trail near Myrtle Beach. Known for its intense heat, high humidity, and twisting singletrack, the race tests participants' strength, endurance, and mental toughness under t..

Monster Dash is a 5K trail run held at Carolina Beach State Park in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. This event celebrates Great State Trails Day and aims to raise funds to support young runners. The race offers participants the opportunity to enjoy a scenic trail course within the state park, provid..

The Fuzzy Peach Trail Run is a community-focused event held at Hines Farm & Stables in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Scheduled for November 1, 2025, it features a scenic 5K trail run around the park, along with a virtual 5K option, a kids' 1-mile walk (for ages 4-11, including a finisher medal and f..

Tideland 24 is a fully supported 24-hour ultramarathon held in Cedar Point, North Carolina, within the scenic Croatan National Forest. Participants run or walk on the USATF-certified 1.37779-mile Tideland National Recreation Trail, which features crushed gravel paths, minimal elevation gain, and var..

The 16 Hour Lock-In is an ultrarunning event held at Carolina Beach State Park near Wilmington, North Carolina. Participants have 16 hours to complete as many 4.5-mile loops as they wish on a relatively flat, groomed trail featuring two hills and varied terrain including dirt, sand, pine straw, and..

The SOHO-HO AND AWAY WE GO! is a festive running event held at Silver Coast Winery in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. Scheduled for December 13, 2025, it features a 5K race and a 1-mile fun run. The course is a Christmas-themed trail with sections like Cindy Lou Hoo’s Loop, Candy Cane Lane, and Gr..

The Carolina Beach State Park Trail Half Marathon & 5K is a trail running event held in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, featuring 13.1-mile and 3.1-mile courses. Set within the scenic Carolina Beach State Park, the race offers runners a unique experience on rolling pine-laced single-track trails alo..

The Southern Tour Ultra, held in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a multi-distance ultramarathon event featuring a 100-mile individual race, a 50-mile individual race, a 50K, and a 50-mile age-graded relay. The course consists of multiple 10-mile loops, offering runners a challenging yet manageable la..

The Myrtle Beach 24 Hour Endurance Run, debuting in 2026, is held in The Market Common area of Myrtle Beach, SC. Participants run on a 1.1-mile paved loop course that remains open to the public, featuring directional signs and portapotties. Runners can start anytime within the 24-hour window and com..

Badwater Cape Fear is an ultra running event held on Bald Head Island, North Carolina, offering 50km and 51.4-mile race options. The race begins with a 12-mile warm-up on the island’s car-free roads and maritime forest trails, followed by either one or two round-trip runs along the wild, secluded sa..