Trail Running calendar near Lillington 2026-2027

Event Overview The Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Half Marathon & 10K is a trail running event. It takes place at Hagan-Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina, on September 12, 2026. Race Format The event offers participants the opportu..

Trail races at Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area near Snow Camp NC offering a 10K and a half marathon on single track with steep climbs, an optional climb up an 80 foot observation tower, chip timing, aid stations, and shuttles.

This Durham event supports organ donation awareness with a 5k and 1-mile run on the American Tobacco Trail. Participants can also choose a "Sleep In Superhero" registration option. The event finishes with refreshments and awards at Herndon..

This USATF-certified 5K trail run starts at Sandhills Community College and winds through Southern Pines Reservoir Park. The event includes massages, food trucks, children's activities, and is dog friendly. After the run, stick around for c..

Run scenic looped trails at Medoc Mountain State Park with single track, varied hills and a summit loop in 5 and 10 mile options. Limited to 500 runners, the race offers shirts, unique medals and hearty postrace soup and hot dogs.

Experience the sixth annual Deerfly Trail Race at Carvers Creek State Park in Fayetteville. Choose between 6K and 11K distances with dedicated categories for canine companions and cash awards for course records.

The Uwharrie 100 takes place on a demanding 20.5-mile loop in the Uwharrie National Forest. Runners tackle technical trails under a forest canopy for either 100 miles or 100K. The event has strict qualification requirements for the longer d..

The Rootrock Trail Run takes place on the forested single-track trails of Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon course, each with its own mix of terrain and elevation. The event features a festive finish area..

Take on a scenic trail challenge in Southern Pines. Choose between a four-hour race to complete as many one-mile loops as you can, or a three-loop 5K on the same beautiful course. The route passes a historic 470-year-old pine tree.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Briar Chapel with a variety of trail races ranging from 2 miles to 10K. Enjoy smooth paths or technical single track trails followed by post race pie and festive awards.

Trail races at Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area in Snow Camp, NC on Friday after Thanksgiving. Half marathon and 7.5 mile options include run, ruck, economy and virtual entries with marked single track and aid stations.

Hit the trails after Thanksgiving at the Leftovers Trail Run in Briar Chapel. Choose a 5K or 10K on a scenic, mixed-terrain course. The event features a unique, eco-conscious swag scramble with vintage race gear, a post-race party, and a fr..

Experience a low key no frills 50k run through the rolling hills of North Carolina. Enjoy a community pasta lunch and support local animal advocates while completing this three loop course on asphalt and dirt roads.

Join this trail race at William B. Umstead State Park with 5 km, 10 km, and 13.1 mile distances. Enjoy organized transport from Harrison Square and earn finisher medals and winter gear at this Cary event.

Experience a trail running festival in Pittsboro featuring 40 mile and 40K distances alongside a unique age-graded team relay. Enjoy a weekend of cross-country racing, live music, and camping in the scenic Shakori Hills.

Experience the natural beauty of Cedarock Park with a variety of trail races in Burlington. Enjoy twisty single track trails followed by hot soup and a finisher hoodie at this long running December event.

Experience an epic trail run through Harris Lake County Park at the Viking Dash in Raleigh. Choose between 5K or 10K distances and earn a unique forged finisher medal for completing the journey.

Conquer mountain trails in the scenic Uwharrie Mountains of North Carolina. This chip timed fundraiser offers 5K and 10K distances featuring forest paths, mountain summits, and beautiful lake views to support local youth camp scholarships.