Trail Running calendar near Franklin 2026-2027

Test your endurance in the Pisgah National Forest with a 26 mile trek featuring over 5600 feet of elevation gain. Carry a 20lb pack through the North Carolina wilderness in this physical event organized by Green Beret Fitness.

A mountain trail race in Montreat, NC covering 25K with about 4,000 ft of elevation gain across East and West ridges, passing several peaks. Prior trail experience and required safety gear are mandatory.

Conquer a three mile obstacle course with your favorite canine companion. This event features 17 obstacles and includes both competitive timed waves and a non competitive fun run for the whole family.

A trail run and walk at the Red Horse Inn in Landrum, South Carolina on April 12, 2026, with separate courses of about 4 miles for runners and about 2 miles for walkers. Tickets include one glass of wine or beer and the event is 21 and over..

World's Fair Ultras in downtown Knoxville runs on a USATF-certified 0.5724-mile loop with multiple timed and distance events, an open ruck division with required weigh-in, central aid, on-course amenities, and a YouTube livestream.

Trail races in Helen, GA with Marathon, Half Marathon and a 4 miler on trails that start and finish beside the Chattahoochee River. Evening and morning packet pickup, parking for about 150 cars and overflow across the river.

A variable-distance loop race in Hendersonville where a dice roll at the start decides how many ~1.67 mile laps runners complete. The cupless aid station sits at the loop start and the figure-8 route includes singletrack, paved paths, stair..

Explore three stunning sections of Georgia's national forest in this ultramarathon. Choose between a 100-mile or 50-mile course, each with significant elevation. The event offers generous cutoff times for both distances.

A team relay across over 200 miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains from Pisgah National Forest near Brevard to the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City. Teams of 6, 9, or 12 split 36 legs over trails, gravel and paved roads.

Experience a rhythmic trail run through the shaded woods of Pleasant Ridge County Park. Choose between 10K and Half Marathon distances while supporting an inclusive community camp for children and adults with disabilities.

A timed trail event at Wag Valley Farm near Hendersonville NC on April 25, 2026 featuring an about 3 mile loop with roughly 400 feet of climb per lap. Options include a single-loop 5K or continuous 6 hour and 12 hour formats with an aid sta..

Support the Sharps Ridge Veterans Memorial Park by participating in a hilly trail run or 10K ruck race in Knoxville. Choose from timed 5K runs or 10K rucks where food weights are donated to a local food bank.

A 5K road event to Brasstown Bald with 1700 feet of ascent over 3.1 miles. A ruck division carries set weights with a 2.5 hour limit, and awards, shirts, and medals are provided.

Course Details The event takes place at Wag Valley Farm. The course is a loop of approximately 3.1 miles. It begins on a flat section through a field with views of mountains before entering woods on a single-track trail. The trail features..

Experience a scenic 5 mile loop through the natural trails of Lakeside Park in Piedmont. Enjoy chip timed results, finisher medals, and a post race pancake celebration in a beautiful lakeside setting.

A 100-mile trail event in the Black Mountains near Old Fort, NC, reaching Mt. Mitchell with extensive elevation gain. The nonprofit race enforces strict qualifying standards, mandatory safety gear, a 39-hour cutoff, and volunteer requiremen..

Events The event features three main activities. 5K (Ages 13 and up) 5K (Ages 8-12 years) Fun Run (Ages 4 and up) The 5K course takes place on trails at Montvale and includes 20 obstacles, such as Adversity Hill, Tire Traverse, and the A-..

Hann Jivin' in the Dark is a nighttime trail run in Knoxville's Urban Wilderness. Runners must bring their own light for the 6+ mile course through unlit wooded trails. The event also features a kids' trail mile and is part of a larger trai..

This 104-mile ultramarathon traverses the Chattahoochee National Forest with 33,000 feet of climbing. It qualifies for major lottery races and has strict entry requirements for experienced trail runners.

Mountain point-to-point trail races in Burnsville, NC offering 50K and 25K with large vertical gain, technical terrain that can require scrambling and ropes, mandatory start shuttles, and event swag including a pint glass and hat.