Trail Running calendar near Lenoir 2026-2027

Experience a technical mountain race at Grandfather Mountain featuring fixed ropes and ladders. This 14 mile course climbs the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Range twice for a true Appalachian trail adventure.

Experience a women only 5K mud run featuring over 18 obstacles at Porter Farms in Charlotte. Focus on teamwork and empowerment in a non competitive environment open to all women and girls from age 7.

A multi-distance trail race in Damascus, Virginia, following the Iron Mountain ridgeline and VA Creeper Trail with technical single track, significant climbing on the 50 mile route, wave starts and possible course modifications after storm..

Not A Sprint Ultra Races is a timed 3, 6 and 12 hour event on the flat Thermal Belt Rail Trail in Forest City, NC with aid stations, on site medical support, awards, and a 50 mile buckle for those who reach 50 miles in 12 hours.

An obstacle mud run at the Jerry Long Family YMCA with a 3.1-mile 5K for ages 7+ and a 1-mile Fun Run for all ages, supporting YMCA health programs and offering new medals for 2026.

A 12 hour trail run at Kings Mountain State Park on a 4.5 mile loop that passes lakes, creeks, farm scenery, and marked trails, with aid station access and provided fluids each loop.

A sixth annual trail run at Shining Hope Farms in Conover offering 5k and 10k chip timed courses on a 120 acre farm. Proceeds support scholarships for the Saddles & Salutes program.

The inaugural Ecusta Trail Races in Hendersonville, North Carolina mark a community celebration of the new 19 mile Ecusta Trail, featuring short and mid distance races; final details are pending government approval.

Experience a scenic 10 mile run or hike around the shores of Lake Summit on packed gravel roads. Enjoy mountain views and a pancake breakfast at the finish line in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

The XC Experience is a 5k cross-country run on the R-S Central High School course. The two-lap route features dirt trails, grass, and paved sections, finishing on the track. It offers awards for all ages and is part of a local race series.

Trail ultras in Morganton NC with 50K and 30K routes through Steele Creek Park. Courses include technical single-track, creek crossings, and summit access, with aid stations supplying drinks and basic foods.

A roughly 5 mile ascent near West Jefferson, NC, gaining about 1600 feet to a summit above 4600 feet. Options include a timed climb or an untimed hike; finishers and cheering spectators receive custom bells and there is music and shuttles a..

A community trail event in Wilkesboro on September 26, 2026 offering 5K and 10K timed runs, a 5K untimed walk, and a virtual option, with chip timing and proceeds supporting the American Cancer Society.

A community 5K in Kannapolis that raises funds and donations for Leashes of Valor to help provide fully trained service dogs at no cost to post-9/11 veterans. The event is dog friendly and offers shirt and no-shirt registration options.

This trail half marathon in Tennessee's Steele Creek Park covers 13.1 miles of technical single track with over 2,000 feet of climbing. The challenging course features roots, rocks, and creek crossings through Appalachian woodlands. All pro..

Run laps on a scenic 1-mile loop in Damascus Town Park. Choose from 3, 6, or 12-hour timed events, with overnight camping, live music, and food trucks creating a festival atmosphere.

Test your endurance on the technical hills of the Palmetto Trail during this 13.1 mile run or hike. Enjoy a custom medal and a full breakfast after finishing this scenic course through the Croft Passage.

A trail running event at Rocky Branch Park with on-site and virtual 5K and 10K options; timing uses bib chips, participants receive a branded T-shirt and sticker, and proceeds support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

A USATF certified 100 miles on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, VA on October 9, 2026. The race features crew access, staffed aid stations, and professional chip timing and is part of the From Start to Heart series.

The Last Wolf in Kings Mountain NC runs repeated 3.1 mile loops with time limits that cycle through 40, 45, 50, 55 and 60 minutes. Runners are eliminated for missing cutoffs and the final winner must complete a solo loop within the limit.