Trail Running calendar near Fayetteville 2026-2027

Experience a unique trail festival in Chapel Hill featuring relay races and solo distances on a scenic 4 mile loop. Enjoy a weekend of camping and music at a venue that supports an animal sanctuary.

Experience a unique 5K trail run through East Florence that combines natural beauty with Civil War history. Run or walk along Jeffries Creek and through historic landmarks with amenities including on site showers and dog friendly categories..

A dog friendly 5K trail run and hike through Hoke Community Forest with a separate canicross start for harnessed teams; all dogs must be leashed and vaccinated and all finishers receive a commemorative medal.

Experience the 18th annual trail event at Carolina North Forest featuring 10 mile and 7 kilometer distances. Choose between the in-person event or a self-timed run on marked trails in Chapel Hill.

Experience an outdoor adventure in Raleigh featuring a two mile obstacle course with mud and a giant slip and slide. This family friendly event is open to all ages and includes a finisher medal for everyone.

Spartan obstacle weekend at McCormick Farms in Spring Lake, NC on May 2 to 3, 2026, with Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra and Kids races across dense forest, rolling hills and a deep quarry. An obstacle workshop on May 1 and spectator access are..

Experience the inaugural Run to the Rhythm Trail 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Northwood High School. Enjoy a scenic morning of wooded paths and rolling hills through Pittsboro's natural trails with options for all ages.

Experience the forested trails of Chapel Hill at this annual trail event. Choose from three distances on terrain featuring single track paths and hill climbs followed by post race food and music at Great Meadow Park.

Experience a unique 50K event featuring ten consecutive 5K runs starting every hour on a natural surface course. Bring your own supplies and enjoy a social atmosphere with fellow runners during the scheduled breaks between laps.

Join a community run on the Cary greenway trails to support local veterans during Memorial Day weekend. Choose between multiple distances including 2, 4, and 6 mile options for runners, walkers, and strollers.

The 3rd Annual PeaPot Jones Charity Trail Run/Walk supports families with children facing disabilities and rare diseases. Choose from a 5k trail run/walk, a 1-mile option, or a virtual 5k. All participants receive a cooling towel and finish..

A two day ultramarathon gathering at Sky Maple Farm in Hillsborough NC that combines looped running with moving meditation, sound baths, yoga, equine assisted meditation and a vegetarian farm to table dinner.

Experience the scenic beauty of Harris Lake County Park with 5 and 10 mile trail races. Run through forested single track and open fields while enjoying expansive lake views in New Hill.

Experience a family friendly obstacle course in Garner where parents and kids aged 5 and up run together. Tackle a two mile course featuring up to 16 obstacles with options for medals and even your dog.

The Run for Refugees 5k returns for its third year on August 22, 2026, starting at Durham's Miracle Park. This professionally timed event supports World Relief Durham's work with immigrants and refugees. Participants of all ages can join, w..

Trail races at Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area near Snow Camp NC offering a 10K and a half marathon on single track with steep climbs, an optional climb up an 80 foot observation tower, chip timing, aid stations, and shuttles.

Celebrate the hero in everyone by wearing a costume for a scenic run or walk along the American Tobacco Trail. Support organ and tissue donation awareness through your choice of a 5k or 1 mile event.

A 24 hour loop race at Hinson Lake in Rockingham, North Carolina, run on a USATF certified 1.5032 mile inner loop with wooded sand and gravel trail and more than 16 wooden foot bridges. Pacers must be registered and entries are limited.

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..

Test your limits on a USATF certified asphalt loop in Lillington. This supported endurance event features a lit course at night and convenient trackside camping for a personalized running experience.