Trail Running calendar near Hampstead 2026-2027

Experience a unique coastal ultramarathon starting at the Old Baldy Lighthouse with routes featuring maritime forest trails and secluded sandy beaches. Choose between 50km and 51 mile distances in this beautiful North Carolina setting.

Trail runners and hikers explore the scenic paths of Cliffs of the Neuse State Park. The event features distances from 4 miles to a 50K ultra, all on marked trails with river and lake views. Every finisher gets a wood medal, and food awaits..

Run a flat, wooded 5k trail in Jacksonville, NC, for a meaningful cause. The Frogman event honors a fallen Navy SEAL and supports combat wounded veterans. Options include in person and virtual runs, with finisher medals for all.

A coastal 5K trail run at Fort Macon State Park on April 11, 2026, featuring cross country surfaces, footbridge crossings and views of Beaufort Inlet, Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. Proceeds support the Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter.

Experience a unique running event held entirely on the sand at North Topsail Beach. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10k, or 5k while supporting wounded and injured service members through your participation.

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..

Experience an annual trail run through the scenic paths of Carolina Beach State Park followed by brewery festivities. This 5 km event supports local schools and state park conservation through a relaxed trail run or walk.

A cross country meet in New Bern, NC on August 17, 2026, featuring separate Girls and Boys 5K races at The Epiphany School with timing and results provided by Run The East, LLC.

Experience a unique 20k relay or individual race in Hampstead where runners can earn time deductions for every beer or chocolate milk consumed. Join the fun with a beer mile, donut mile, or the ultimate double challenge.

A cross country meet on September 14, 2026 at The Epiphany School in New Bern NC featuring separate 5K races for girls and boys, with timing provided by Run The East, LLC.

Monster Dash is a 5K trail run at Carolina Beach State Park on October 17, 2026. The race commemorates Great Trails State Day and raises funds for young runners.

Trail runs and walk options around Hines Farm & Stables on November 7, 2026, including a 5K, virtual 5K, kids 1 mile and a 1 mile walk. Finishers receive medals, free photos, and frozen yogurt from The Fuzzy Peach.

This festive Christmas run at Silver Coast Winery features a 5K and a 1-mile fun run through holiday-themed paths. The event includes an after-party with a costume contest and supports a veterans' charity. 5K finishers get a medal and can c..