Trail Running calendar near Holly Springs 2026-2027

Single-track winter trail races of 8, 20, and 40 miles in Uwharrie National Forest near Ophir, NC, featuring rocky, rooted terrain, aid stations, pottery awards, and on-site parking and shuttles.

Viking Dash in Raleigh is a trail run on February 14, 2026 at Harris Lake County Park offering 5K and 10K races. The event features a five inch Viking Longship finisher medal, age group awards, and a heavyweight long sleeve race shirt.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a scenic 5K at The Land at Hawkins Loop, winding through winter forest, pastures, and restored barns on a 63 acre farm. Open to all ages and abilities, with an onsite photographer and trails to explore after t..

Team up in pairs or fours to tackle 20 laps around the historic Occoneechee Speedway dirt track, about 13.5 miles of fun, strategy and camaraderie. Chip timing, custom swag and a post race BBQ await while teams compete for top honors.

A 10 mile trail race in Hillsborough, NC combining paved riverwalk sections and single-track around Occoneechee Mountain, with about 700 feet of elevation gain, two aid stations and a 2.5 hour time limit.

A long running road event in Ellerbe, North Carolina offering marathon and half marathon distances on a USATF certified rural loop course. The race keeps an old school feel and offers shirts, a custom medal, and pottery cups for finishers.

A 30-mile annual point-to-point training run between UNC and Duke, alternating direction by year. The informal event is not affiliated with any organization and participants assume all liability for significant route risks.

Trail ultramarathon at Rolling View Recreation Area near Falls Lake with four distances from 10 Miler to 100 Miler. The route is mostly single track on the Mountains to Sea Trail and includes about 8,000 feet of elevation gain.

The Umstead Trail Marathon will take place in Umstead on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run 26 miles.

Greensboro trail race on March 7, 2026 with 5, 10 and 17 mile run, ruck, or hike options along Lake Brandt and Lake Townsend. Offers custom shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, and virtual and economy entries.

Run for a cause in the Miles 4 Moore Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K in Southern Pines. Enjoy scenic Reservoir Park trails, on course aid, finisher medals, and support fitness programs for local families and students.

Hit the trails at Pluck Farm for the Learning Outside 5K Trail Run or walk, plus a kids dash and virtual option. Expect muddy singletrack, after event brews, and the chance to support programs that connect children with nature.

A 5K and 10K at Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, NC on March 14, 2026, routed across rolling hills, open fields, and equestrian trails, finishing near the grandstand with a post-race Chili Cookoff and on-site amenities.

The HA Haw Hustle will take place in Greensboro on Saturday 14 March 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Trail runs and a hike at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park in Seven Springs, NC on March 21, 2026, featuring multiple distances from 4 mile to 50K, marked and timed trails with aid stations and finish food.

Enjoy a scenic 3.3 mile trail run at YMCA Camp Frontier through wooded single track with rolling hills, rocky outcrops, and creek crossings. Proceeds benefit Snow Camp Fire & Rescue for a fun, community spirited challenge.

Trail races at Lake Crabtree in Morrisville feature forested single track with hairpin turns, berms, and short technical sections. Distances include a 10K plus and a Half Marathon with chip timing, aid stations, awards, and post race food.

A trail running event at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve on April 4, 2026 offering 25K and 50K distances. The course runs on sandy, root strewn trails under longleaf pines and includes an aid station, timing, shirts and finisher me..

Trail races at Cedarock Park in Burlington NC offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and half marathon relay on four distinct looped courses. Solo and team relay options, chip timing, frequent aid stations and a free kids race for ages 11 and unde..

The Haw River Island Ramble will take place in Graham on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 4 miles.