Trail Running calendar near Charlotte 2026-2027

Trail races at Tryon Equestrian Center include a marathon, half marathon and 10k on a 6.5-mile loop of packed dirt, single-track and meadows with 600 ft elevation gain per loop; registration includes park entry and a finisher medal.

Not A Sprint Ultra Races in Forest City NC stages timed 3, 6, and 12 hour events on an 8.34 mile out and back paved trail with aid stations and on-site medical support. A 50 mile finish within 12 hours earns a belt buckle.

Overview The Carpe Diem - Carpe Noctem Half Marathon and 10K takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Hagan-Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina. It is a trail running event offering participants the option to run in the mor..

The XC Experience is a 5k on a scenic high school cross country course in Rutherfordton, NC. The two-lap route features trails, woods, and a track finish. It offers age group awards and is part of the ROC Race Series.

The Table Rock Ultras offer a 50K and 30K ultramarathon through the scenic Pisgah National Forest, finishing with a climb to the summit of Table Rock Mountain. The event supports the long-distance Mountains-to-Sea Trail and starts from the..

A community trail event in Wilkesboro on September 26, 2026 offering 5K and 10K timed runs, a 5K untimed walk, and a virtual option, with chip timing and proceeds supporting the American Cancer Society.

A 5K run or walk in Kannapolis on September 26, 2026 that raises funds for Leashes of Valor to provide no cost service dogs to post 9 11 veterans. The event is dog friendly and includes race shirts, packet pickup, and donation options.

This USATF-certified 5K trail run starts at Sandhills Community College and winds through Southern Pines Reservoir Park. The event includes massages, food trucks, children's activities, and is dog friendly. After the run, stick around for c..

A capped trail half marathon on the Croft Passage of the Palmetto Trail near Spartanburg, SC on October 3, 2026. The technical point to point course has a four hour cut off, aid stations, finish-line awards, and a finisher medal and breakfa..

An iterative Last Man Standing race on a 3.1 mile (5K) loop in Kings Mountain, NC. Time limits cycle 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 minutes and reset; runners are eliminated for missed cutoffs and the final winner must complete a solo loop.

This trail event features a certified 5K run and a 2K walk across a 50-acre horse ranch in Gastonia, NC. A short Half-Pint run for kids 7 and under is also on the schedule. It's planned as a rain or shine event, with registration available..

Two trail races on a 20.5 mile figure 8 loop in Uwharrie National Forest: a 100 mile event of five laps and a 100K event of three laps. Field limited to 150 runners, 36 hour cutoff, and specific qualifying and refund policies apply.

A 100 mile looped trail event in Hickory, NC on October 17 to 18, 2026 for solo runners and teams of 2 to 10, featuring about 70 percent trails, significant elevation, stocked aid stations, night running rules, and pacer and crew provisions..

A trail event at Croft State Park on October 24, 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 8 mile options on a figure eight course with aid at the Activity Center, finisher medals, and awards across age groups.

Run the rolling trails along the scenic shores of Lake James in North Carolina. The event features a 50K and Half Marathon, starting and finishing at Fonta Flora Brewery's Whippoorwill Farm. Enjoy lake and mountain views on a course of most..

Trail races at Kings Mountain State Park with 10 Mile, 50K, 100K and 100 Mile options on a ten-mile loop with about 650 ft gain per loop; staffed aid stations, crew access at start/finish, and finisher awards including a 100 Mile buckle.

Run the trails at the Anne Springs Close Greenway in this fall tradition. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a 5K hike, with a special Dog Jog option. The event supports the local dog park and offers finisher medals for the half marat..

A random-distance trail race at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve where the distance is set by a dice roll shortly before the start. Laps are 2.25 mile on flat gravel and single track with an aid station at the pavilion.

Run for a cause at the UCSO Deputy Dash 5K Trail Run in Monroe. This event supports the UCSO Foundation and features a post-race expo with local vendors. Participants receive a finisher medal and race swag bag.

A simple 50K in Ellerbe, NC run over three loops totaling 31.5 miles on asphalt and dirt, with a community pasta lunch for runners, a pet food drive, and awards for finishers. Registration closes November 25 or when full.