Trail Running calendar near Conover 2026-2027

Test your endurance on a scenic farmland trail loop at the Soggy Bottoms Back Yard Ultra. Choose your distance every 30 minutes in this family friendly event where entry is a donation to a local cause.

Enjoy a six race trail series held on Wednesday evenings at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. Run or hike through three to five miles of single track and gravel paths as the sun sets.

A 100-mile trail race in Old Fort, North Carolina, traversing the Black Mountains and Mt. Mitchell with about 48,000 feet of elevation gain. Presented by Run828, it is a Hardrock and Western States qualifier with a 39 hour cutoff.

The MammothMarch South Carolina will take place in Clover on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run between 20 and 30 miles.

The Clock of Doom 50K breaks the distance into ten timed segments. Before each part, a random "Doom Time" countdown is set, and runners must finish before the clock hits zero or face elimination. The event features a flat greenway course an..

Quest for the Crest is a demanding mountain ultra in Burnsville, NC, featuring a 50k and 25k point-to-point course. The races tackle steep, technical trails with massive elevation gain, including a climb to Mount Mitchell. Participation req..

Experience a community focused obstacle course race at a motocross training facility in North Carolina. Navigate a dirt bike track, creek runs, and pond crossings across distances ranging from 1 to 6 miles.

Trail event in Waxhaw NC with a 10 mile loop run three times for the 50K and a separate 10 miler. Cupless course with one main aid station, time limits for each distance, a finisher medal, and optional race shirt.

Join this community trail race in Black Mountain to support cancer patients. Choose between an in person 5k through mountain trails or a virtual option to participate from anywhere.

Mad Dash in Conover features a 5K, a tri-sport challenge with a swim and obstacle course, and a kids' fun run. It's held at the Treetop Adventures park on Lake Hickory. The event supports local adventure initiatives and includes live music.

Run the new Trail Days Half Marathon on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail during the Appalachian Trail Days Festival. Enjoy a professionally timed event with a shirt and finisher award, followed by a festive afternoon in Damascus Town Park.

A Back Yard Ultra using a 4.167 mile loop every hour until one runner remains, plus a single loop celebrity fun run at a private farmland venue in Monroe, NC. The course is intermediate trail with mixed surfaces and modest elevation.

Trail races at Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City, TN, including 50K, 25K and 13K courses, a kids mile for ages 5 to 12, and access to a 60 foot fire tower. The event is USATF sanctioned.

Enjoy a six race trail series held on Wednesday evenings at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. Run or hike through three to five miles of single track and gravel paths as the sun sets.

Experience an obstacle course race and mud run in Charlotte featuring two distinct distances. Tackle over 25 obstacles across various course lengths and earn unique medals for completing multiple runs.

Trail races in Old Fort, NC offering 50k, a net downhill half marathon and a 10k on a mix of new and classic trails. Courses use local trailheads and Camp Grier, include multiple aid stations and require a shuttle for the half.

Celebrate Global Running Day with a cross country 5K or 1 mile fun run at the Ivey Redmon Sports Complex in Kernersville. This inclusive event features multiple speed heats including an elite category and a post race expo.

This family friendly 5K in Clover supports the local community, with all runner fees going to aid underprivileged children and veterans. The event includes a scenic run, a kids' fun run, and a festive atmosphere with a DJ and activities in..

Experience the 16th annual Marine Corps League Mud Run in Pinnacle featuring a 5k course with mud pits and obstacles. Choose between individual and team waves or the Pollywog Kids Race at Jomeokee Park and Campground.

The Wicked Root 50k will take place in Lowell on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 50 kilometers.