Trail Running calendar near Lillington 2025-2026

Run as many 4.3 mile loops as you can in 24 hours at Cheraw State Park. Scenic pine and oak trails, limited campsites, on course aid, and a 100 mile buckle for those who keep going.

Run through scenic countryside at the Ellerbe Marathon and Half Marathon, a USATF certified loop that brings you back to town for a festive finish. Finishers get a custom medal, pottery wine cup, race shirt and a post race meal.

Miles 4 Moore in Pinehurst offers marathon, half and 5K options to raise funds for gym memberships, coaching and nutrition for low income families and local high school athletes. Enjoy scenic Sandhills trails, aid stations and food trucks.

Run scenic trails around Lake Brandt and Lake Townsend in Greensboro with 5, 10 and 17 mile options for runners, ruckers and hikers. Part of the North Carolina Trail Mega Medal Series, finishers earn connectable medals.

Tackle the Naked Mountain Ultra at Morrow Mountain State Park NC, with 50, 25 and 10 mile courses that climb four park peaks across extensive singletrack. Aid stations and pacers for the 50 mile keep the trail energy high.

Run 26.2 miles through the woodland trails of William B. Umstead State Park in Raleigh at the Umstead Trail Marathon, a challenging yet scenic race that supports park preservation and the Carolina Godiva Track Club. Expect rugged single tra..

Near Falls Lake in Durham, MST 100 offers 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and 10 mile trail races on mostly single track with multiple lake crossings. Rough rolling terrain and 8,000 feet of climb make it a true ultrarun challenge.

TarDevil 30 Mile Bushwack is a point to point fat ass style training run alternating between UNC and Duke. Expect challenging terrain and inherent risks; join at your own risk for a gritty, unofficial long run experience.

Scenic trails and river views at Cliffs of the Neuse State Park welcome runners and hikers from 4 mile to 50K. Marked, timed courses with aid on longer laps plus wood finisher medals and awards make for a rewarding day on March 21.

Run 12M and 50K on the scenic Mountains to Sea Trail around Falls Lake, starting and finishing at Blue Jay Point County Park. Winding single track, roots, rocks and water crossings create a technical but rewarding trail experience.

Uforea is a trail challenge in Uwharrie National Forest near Troy, NC offering daytime and nighttime 50K races or the Ultimate 100K for those who run both. Enjoy rugged singletrack, scenic ridgelines and a true endurance test.

Run Lake Brandt singletrack at Owls Roost Rumble with rolling terrain, lakeside views, and ruck or hike options. Choose half marathon or 4 mile, earn a custom shirt and NC Trail Mega Medal Series finisher medal; limited to 500.

Run under the stars on rolling trails lit by hundreds of LED tea lights at the Moonlight Bootlegger 5K in Hagan Stone Park. Bring a headlamp and enjoy live bluegrass, a commemorative moonshine mason jar and post race cocktails or mocktails.

Tackle rolling hills and scenic single track through hardwood forest at Camp Caraway in the Northern Uwharrie Mountains. Choose 5K or 10K, enjoy chip timing, medals and trophies, and help fund camper scholarships.

Run a rugged 50k or 100k at Camp Agapé in Fuquay Varina on May 15 to 17, 2026, over technical singletrack and gravel loops with big climbs. Camping included but limited so carpool and enjoy a friendly weekend with aid stations.

Take on the May Madness 50K near Hoffman NC on May 23, 2026, running ten 5K loops in a day on natural trails. Camping the night before and pottery awards for top finishers add local charm, so register early for this intimate ultrarunning ch..

Run the 4th annual Sugg Farm Ultra on September 12, 2026 in Holly Springs NC, featuring 20, 40, and 50 mile looped trail races with aid stations and hearty fuel. Limited spots ensure a focused, adventurous day for serious trail runners.

Join the Donate Life NC Hero Run in Durham on Sept 13 for a family friendly 5K, 1 mile fun run or Sleep In Superhero option along the scenic American Tobacco Trail. Proceeds support organ, eye and tissue donation outreach.

Test your limits at the 24 hour Hinson Lake Ultra in Rockingham NC on Sep 26 to 27 2026. Run a scenic 1.5 mile loop around the lake on wooded sand and gravel trails lit with chem lights at night.