Trail Running calendar near Carolina Beach 2025-2026

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 event tests participants' endurance, mental toughness, and ability to hand..

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 totaling 20 kilometers. A..

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 family-friendly event held at Hines Farm & Stables in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Featuring a scenic 5K trail course around the park, the event also offers a virtual 5K, a kids' 1-mile walk with a finisher's pack, and a 1-mile walk option. Participants enjoy a welcom..

Tideland 24 is a fully supported 24-hour ultramarathon held in Cedar Point, North Carolina, within the scenic Croatan National Forest. Participants run on the USATF-certified 1.37779-mile Tideland National Recreation Trail, which loops through the White Oak River, salt marshes, and forest. The cours..

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 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 Myrtle Beach 24 Hour Endurance Run, debuting in 2026, is hosted by the City of Myrtle Beach’s Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism Department. Set in The Market Common area, the race features a 1.1-mile paved loop course popular with local walkers and joggers. Participants can run any distance w..

Badwater Cape Fear is an ultra running event held on Bald Head Island, North Carolina, featuring 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 running on the wild, secluded sandy beach between Cape Fear..