Trail Running calendar near Jacksonville 2025-2026

The Epiphany Cross Country #2 is a running event held in New Bern, North Carolina, at 2301 Trent Road. Scheduled for September 15, 2025, the event features separate 5K races for girls and boys. While specific details about the course layout and atmosphere are not provided, the event offers a competi..

She ROCKS Run takes place in Wilmington, North Carolina at Long Leaf Park. The event offers a 5K Run/Walk (timed) and a 1.5 Mile Fun Run/Walk (not timed). The entirely park-based course is marked and mostly flat, running along the park’s walking paths with scenic views of ponds, trees and flowers; i..

The Wildwood Wander 5k is a trail race and ruck event held in Wildwood Park, Greenville, North Carolina. Hosted by the Greenville Police Department, this 5-kilometer race offers participants a scenic course through natural park trails. The event supports a good cause, with all proceeds benefiting th..

Boots and Blooms 5K takes place at Martin Marietta Park in New Bern, North Carolina. The event offers a 5K and a virtual 5K, suitable for running or walking, with stroller-friendly gravel trails on the Dragonfly loop. The course features minimal elevation changes, one water station, and light refres..

Monster Dash is a 5K trail run held at Carolina Beach State Park in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. This event celebrates Great State Trails Day and aims to raise funds to support young runners. The race offers participants the opportunity to enjoy a scenic trail course within the state park, provid..

The Fuzzy Peach Trail Run invites runners and families to Jacksonville, North Carolina, staging at Hines Farm & Stables on the scenic trails of Hines Farm Park & Stables. The event offers a 5k option, a virtual 5k, a Kids 1-Mile Option with a kids pack, and a 1-Mile Walk. Notable features include po..

Tideland 24 is a fully supported 24-hour ultramarathon held in Cedar Point, North Carolina, within the scenic Croatan National Forest. Participants run or walk on the USATF-certified 1.37779-mile Tideland National Recreation Trail, which features crushed gravel paths, minimal elevation gain, and var..

The Goose Creek Trail Run & Hike takes place in Washington, North Carolina, at a scenic state park featuring beginner-friendly trails with boardwalks and Spanish Moss. The event offers multiple distances: a 10K hike, 10K trail race, half marathon trail race, and a 50K trail race. The courses are mos..

The 16 Hour Lock-In is an ultrarunning event held at Carolina Beach State Park near Wilmington, North Carolina. Participants have 16 hours to complete as many 4.5-mile loops as they wish on a relatively flat, groomed trail featuring two hills and varied terrain including dirt, sand, pine straw, and..

Carolina Beach State Park Trail Half Marathon & 5K is a trail race held in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, staged at American Legion Post #129. The event offers a Half Marathon (two laps) and a 5K on rolling, pine-laced single-track trails through Carolina Beach State Park, delivering coastal views..

The Southern Tour Ultra, held in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a multi-distance ultramarathon event featuring a 100-mile individual race, a 50-mile individual race, a 50K, and a 50-mile age-graded relay. The course consists of multiple 10-mile loops, offering runners a challenging yet manageable la..

Badwater Cape Fear, on Bald Head Island, North Carolina, offers 50 km and 51-mile options. The ultramarathon starts at the foot of Old Baldy Lighthouse, with a 12-mile warm-up on car-free island roads and maritime forest trails. Runners then tackle beach running between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher, wi..

The OWLS Fort Macon 5K Trail Run is a scenic cross-country race held at Fort Macon State Park in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. Scheduled for April 11, 2026, the 5K course features a mix of wooded and open sun-exposed trails with moderate elevation changes, footbridge crossings, and stunning views..