Trail Running calendar near Lenoir 2026-2027

A flat, 100% dirt trail event along the New River and Chestnut Creek offering 100k, 50k, 25k, 10k and a free untimed 5k. Staffed aid stations, cupless rules, drop bag options for longer distances, and awards by overall and age group.

Leatherwood Marathons in Ferguson NC runs a 12 mile loop with 3,050 feet of gain per loop. Events range from 25K to 100 Mile, with aid stations each loop and a dusk pacer requirement for the 100 Mile.

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.

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..

A 50K looped mountain race near Galax, Virginia, with about 500 feet of climb per mile, aid stations every mile, a 16 hour cutoff, and free on site camping. Registration closes April 17 at 11:59 PM Eastern time.

Experience a premier gravel cycling event through the rugged Wilson Creek Gorge and Grandfather Ranger District with scenic 58 and 85 mile routes starting in downtown Lenoir.

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..

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.

A multi-distance trail event in Bristol, Virginia, following a river route with bridges and a single climb to a fire tower. The race features five aid stations, ZEN ARCADE TIMING, and a cupless policy requiring a reusable cup.

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..

Experience the nature trails of Jennings Park at this community 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run in Statesville. Enjoy food trucks, vendor booths, and a stroller friendly course perfect for all fitness levels.

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..

A multi-sport Flyathlon at Green River Ranch near Saluda, NC that combines trail running, fly fishing and craft beer to support watershed and fishery recovery. The event features a six mile out and back run, catch and release fishing and po..

Multi-distance trail races at Grayson Highlands State Park near Mouth of Wilson, VA, on May 2-3, 2026. Distances include 50 mile, 50k, 25k and 8 mile, with elevation gain and cutoffs; finishers receive a hat or beanie and a medal.

A trail running event at Bailes Ridge near Fort Mill, SC offering 8 hour and 4 hour formats on a 1.4 mile nontechnical loop with organic aid station food and handmade finisher awards.

A four hour timed trail race at Rob Wallace Park in Midland, NC using repeated 2 mile laps around the park and quarry lake. The event supports the Greater Charlotte SPCA and includes an adoption presence at the start finish area.

Test your endurance on a scenic farmland trail loop at the Soggy Bottoms Back Yard Ultra. Choose your distance every 30 minutes in this family friendly event where entry is a donation to a local cause.

A six-race trail series at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, SC, held Wednesdays from May 6 to August 5, 2026. Courses are about 3 to 5 miles on single track and gravel, with raffles, place awards, and a points based series champion..

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..

The MammothMarch South Carolina will take place in Clover on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run between 20 and 30 miles.