Trail Running calendar near Forest City 2025-2026

Enjoy the Catawba Falls 15k in Old Fort NC, a riverside start that climbs into technical trails with staircases, creek crossings and waterfall views. Race proceeds support local trail conservation and finishers get partner provided post rac..

Event overview Perennial is a time-based running event held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden / Conservancy in Belmont, North Carolina. Participants choose one time category: 3 Hour, 6 Hour, or 10 Hour. The event..

Event overview Conquer the Rock 25k & 50k is scheduled for March 7, 2026 at Table Rock State Park in Pickens, South Carolina. The event offers two trail races: a 25k called Bear Crawl (one loop) and a 50k called Foothills 50k (two laps)..

Sufferfest 26: Last Man Standing Race or Ruck on March 7, 2026 in Williamston, SC. Run or ruck repeated 1 mile loops with a 20 minute cutoff and a 30 lb pack as you battle to be the last one standing for charity.

Event overview The Llama Experience Ultra takes place on March 14, 2026 near Lake Toxaway, NC at Earthshine Lodge private property (1600 Golden Rd). The event offers timed loop formats: 12 Hour 6 Hour 3 Hour The trail route follows privat..

Mount Mitchell Heartbreaker in Old Fort NC offers 50 mile and 55K races on rugged, high elevation singletrack with big climbs and epic mountain views. Well stocked aid stations and campground support make this a rewarding challenge.

Camp Croft invites runners to a weekend of looped trails at Croft State Park in Spartanburg, SC with distances from 10 miles up to 100 miles. Tackle a scenic 10 mile loop with aid stations, campsite options, and special finisher swag.

The True to the Brew Trail 10K Run/Hike is an annual event held in Pomaria, South Carolina, featuring a scenic course along the Peak to Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail. This mostly flat, wide, and non-technical trail follows an old..

Run the New South Trail Marathon at Charlotte Whitewater Center on April 4, 2026. Choose full or half distance and enjoy scenic natural surface trails, lively aid stations, and a rugged, rewarding trail experience.

Run the Lake James Races from Fonta Flora Brewery in Nebo, NC with a scenic 7 Miler or a fun 5k on trails, beach and fields. Registration includes a wooden finisher medal, commemorative shirt and a beer for 21+ runners.

Event Leatherwood Marathons is an ultrarunning event held at Leatherwood Resort in Ferguson, North Carolina. The course uses private horse-trail that circles the property and includes shaded tree-line sections and overlooks. The event offer..

Run the Seven Sisters 25k in Montreat NC, a scenic yet rugged ridge loop that traverses multiple peaks and overlooks. Technical trails and big climbing reward experienced runners with stunning views and a finisher award, prior trail experie..

The Knock On Woodstock Trail 13.1 & 10k is a trail running event held at Camp Spearhead within Pleasant Ridge County Park in Marietta, South Carolina. Participants can choose between a half marathon or a 10K loop course featuring approximat..

Smoky Mountain Relay is a scenic, wild team adventure in Western North Carolina. The 200+ mile course begins at the Pisgah Ranger Station just outside Brevard in Pisgah National Forest and winds through rugged mountain terrain with 36 legs..

Run laps beneath waterfalls on a scenic 3 mile singletrack loop with 400 feet of climb per lap at the Firefly Trail Run. Choose 12 hour, 6 hour or 5K formats, enjoy stocked aid stations, camping, custom medals and a festival vibe.

Hellbender 100 is a 100 mile trail ultramarathon from Old Fort North Carolina into the Black Mountains including the summit of Mt Mitchell on May 8 2026. Expect huge climbing, rugged terrain and pacers allowed for this epic challenge.

Run the Devil Makes Three 50K or 10 Miler in Waxhaw, NC on May 16, 2026, tackling technical trails, prairie grass and scenic lake views on a looped course. Finishers earn medals and optional custom shirts are available.

Tackle steep, technical singletrack in Quest for the Crest, a point to point trail challenge finishing at the summit of Mt Mitchell. Choose from 11K, 25K or epic 50K with massive vertical gain, shuttle start and rugged high risk terrain.

Take on the Momentus BackYard Ultra at Williams Rushing Farm near Monroe, NC on May 30, 2026. Choose the signature hourly BackYard Ultra loop or a single loop Celebrity Fun Run on a rustic dirt course with camping and live music.

Kettlefoot Kettlefoot is a trail running event on May 30, 2026, at Doe Mountain Recreation Area, located minutes from Mountain City, Tennessee. Distances offered include: 50K 25K 13K Course and location The course runs on varied terrain w..