Trail Running calendar near Hiddenite 2025-2026

Run scenic technical trails and lakeside views at Devil Makes Three 50K and 10 Miler in Waxhaw NC on May 16, 2026. Choose the three lap 50K or single lap 10 Miler, bring your own cup or hydration pack for this cupless race.

Join the Cancer Active Trail Race in Black Mountain NC for an uplifting 5k or virtual 5k on scenic trails, with proceeds helping patients access fitness resources. Enjoy community support, volunteer aid and a race t shirt for timely registr..

Run on private Monroe farmland: a 4.167 mile Back Yard Ultra loop each hour until one runner remains, or a single 4.167 mile Celebrity Fun Run for walkers and joggers. Expect intermediate trails, self supported laps, village camping and mus..

Kettlefoot is a scenic trail run near Mountain City Tennessee at Doe Mountain Recreation Area with 50K, 25K and 13K options on varied terrain. Climb the 60 foot Kettlefoot Fire Tower for sweeping 360 degree views across three states.

Run the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail from Abingdon VA on a June weekend, choosing from 50 mile, 55K or the Pepsi Challenge 25K. Expect crushed gravel, trestles, forests and streams, chip timing and a custom Pepsi Challenge finisher medal.

Ridge to Rails in Old Fort, NC offers 50k, half marathon and 10k on a mix of new and classic trails around Camp Grier and the Old Fort Gateway Trailhead. Enjoy scenic ridgelines, technical singletrack and a net downhill half that finishes a..

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell NC on June 13, 2026 offers a tough 50K and a fun 5K on rugged 10 mile loops with big climbs and well stocked aid stations. Finishers receive unique handcrafted medals from BlueGill Pottery.

Join the Buck Creek Streak clothing optional trail 5K at Carolina Foothills Resort in Chesnee, SC on June 13, 2026. Run or walk scenic woods and meadows with a bonus 7.3K challenge, chip timing, medals and a festive post race vibe.

Run 100 or 50 miles on a challenging one mile loop with about 500 feet of climb per lap at Froggy Mountain in Galax, Virginia on June 19, 2026. Aid stations, hot food, toilets and outdoor hot showers are provided and a 60 hour cutoff lets y..

Join Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC on June 27 for 5K, 25K or 50K loops around the farm and hunter's cabin. All entry fees support farm development and finishers receive unique handmade pottery medals.

Take on the 40th Ultimate Runner on June 27, 2026 in Winston Salem, NC, a one day test combining four track races plus a 5K cross country where you must finish all five to score. Finishers get the event shirt and a collectible decal.

Rudolph's Revenge is a Christmas in July night 5K in Rock Hill benefiting the Northwestern High cross country team. Run a glow lit grass and track loop in costume, with chip timing, music, snacks and awards.

Test your limits on looped, technical trails at Crystal Springs Recreation Area with 12 hour, 6 hour and 3 hour timed options that wind through High Rocks and Boundary trails. Shuttle service is required and this is a cupless event so bring..

Hit twisty trails and climbs at Black Copperhead Sting in Belmont NC on August 15, 2026, with 50K, 25K or 5K loop options. Aid stations offer savory and sweet fuel and finishers earn a one of a kind handmade pottery medal.

Take on the Dark Horse Trail Series at Tryon Equestrian Center on August 22, 2026, with marathon, half marathon or 10k options across scenic looped trails and rolling climbs. Rustic camping, one stocked aid station and a friendly festival v..

Not A Sprint Ultra Races brings timed endurance running to the paved Thermal Belt Rail Trail in Forest City NC on a largely flat 8.34 mile out and back loop with aid stations. Choose 3, 6, or 12 hour formats and earn a buckle for 50 miles.

Run day or night at Hagan Stone Park in Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem, a Half Marathon and 10K on smooth marked trails with a moodier evening option. Complete both to link medals and take home a custom hoodie with post race food and photos.

Chimney Burn Ultra in Chimney Rock NC offers 50K, 25K and 10K trail runs featuring a dramatic out and back route past a waterfall and over long stair sections. Finishers earn handmade pottery medals from BlueGill; reg opens Jan 1 2026.

Join the XC Experience 5K in Rutherfordton NC for a two lap cross country course through woods, fields and a stadium finish. Part of the ROC Race Series, this spectator friendly event offers awards and a lively course for runners.

Hit the scenic trails in Wilkesboro at the Chad Lovette Memorial Trail Run, with 5K and 10K timed options plus a 5K walk and virtual choice. Race in September to support the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life.