Trail Running calendar near Dunn 2025-2026

Near Falls Lake in Durham, MST 100 offers 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and 10 mile trail races on mostly single track with multiple lake crossings. Rough rolling terrain and 8,000 feet of climb make it a true ultrarun challenge.

Run 26.2 miles through the woodland trails of William B. Umstead State Park in Raleigh at the Umstead Trail Marathon, a challenging yet scenic race that supports park preservation and the Carolina Godiva Track Club. Expect rugged single tra..

Miles 4 Moore in Pinehurst offers marathon, half and 5K options to raise funds for gym memberships, coaching and nutrition for low income families and local high school athletes. Enjoy scenic Sandhills trails, aid stations and food trucks.

Scenic trails and river views at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park welcome runners and hikers from 4 mile to 50K. Marked, timed courses with aid on longer laps plus wood finisher medals and awards make for a rewarding day on March 21.

Run a wooded 5K on a purpose built flat trail at the Frogman 5K in Jacksonville NC on March 21. Part of the Frogman Challenge, it supports SE Outdoors and Jacksonville Onslow Sports Commission with medals for all finishers.

Tackle rugged single track at the second annual Cane Creek Mountain 3.3 mile trail run in Snow Camp NC. Enjoy rolling hills, rocky outcrops and creeks while supporting Snow Camp Fire & Rescue.

Tackle 25K or 50K on sandy, rooty trails beneath longleaf pines at Weymouth Woods on April 4, 2026. This cupless event includes a tech shirt, finisher medal, and proceeds benefit Friends of Weymouth Woods.

Run 12M and 50K on the scenic Mountains to Sea Trail around Falls Lake, starting and finishing at Blue Jay Point County Park. Winding single track, roots, rocks and water crossings create a technical but rewarding trail experience.

Uforea is a trail challenge in Uwharrie National Forest near Troy, NC offering daytime and nighttime 50K races or the Ultimate 100K for those who run both. Enjoy rugged singletrack, scenic ridgelines and a true endurance test.

Hit the trails for the Family First 5k and Family Fun Walk in Greenville, NC on April 18, 2026. Enjoy a timed 5k with medals and prizes, snag a t shirt and swag for early registrants, and support Carolina Pregnancy Center.

Experience the Moonlight Bootlegger, a night trail 5K at Hagan Stone Park marked by hundreds of LED tea lights and live bluegrass. Bring a headlamp and enjoy a race shirt, commemorative mason jar and post race cocktails.

Tackle rolling hills and scenic single track through hardwood forest at Camp Caraway in the Northern Uwharrie Mountains. Choose 5K or 10K, enjoy chip timing, medals and trophies, and help fund camper scholarships.

Run a rugged 50k or 100k at Camp Agapé in Fuquay Varina on May 15 to 17, 2026, over technical singletrack and gravel loops with big climbs. Camping included but limited so carpool and enjoy a friendly weekend with aid stations.

Take on the May Madness 50K near Hoffman NC on May 23, 2026, running ten 5K loops in a day on natural trails. Camping the night before and pottery awards for top finishers add local charm, so register early for this intimate ultrarunning ch..

Run the 4th annual Sugg Farm Ultra on September 12, 2026 in Holly Springs NC, featuring 20, 40, and 50 mile looped trail races with aid stations and hearty fuel. Limited spots ensure a focused, adventurous day for serious trail runners.

Join the Donate Life NC Hero Run in Durham on Sept 13 for a family friendly 5K, 1 mile fun run or Sleep In Superhero option along the scenic American Tobacco Trail. Proceeds support organ, eye and tissue donation outreach.