Trail Running calendar near Lincolnton 2026-2027

Trail runners take on loops through Croft State Park's mixed terrain. Distances range from a 10-mile race to a 100-mile ultramarathon with specific time limits. Finisher awards include medals and a custom buckle, with camping included for l..

Experience an elevation heavy trail race through the Pisgah National Forest with distances of 55K and 50 miles. Run across 6,000 foot peaks and technical singletrack in the scenic mountains of Western North Carolina.

Join the fifth annual 5K run at McAlpine Creek Park on a famous cross country course. This community event features cash prizes for top finishers and the opportunity to meet adoptable dogs from a local rescue partner.

Test your discipline and pacing at this 6 hour trail challenge where you must complete a 5 km loop every hour to stay in the game. Finish all six rounds at Tyron International Hunter State Park to earn your medal.

Experience a unique cross country 5K in Inman where participants carry a length of lumber for the final quarter mile to support youth missions.

Experience a 5k cross country run through the scenic Milliken Arboretum in Spartanburg. This grass course has hosted prestigious collegiate championships and offers a professional racing environment for up to 600 participants.

Event Overview The Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 5K/10M is a trail running event taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. It features two race distances: a 5K and a 10-mile run. Both races use a gun start..

Experience a unique multi sport event at the Daniel Stowe Conservancy featuring a scenic 5K trail run and an amphibious race with a kayak segment on Lake Wylie. Children can also join the quarter mile Kids Sprint.

Experience a rugged obstacle course at Porter Farms featuring mud and creek crossings near Charlotte. Choose from 5K and 10K distances or endurance challenges in a classic farm setting.

Experience the beautiful trails of Lake James State Park with a 7 Miler or 5k starting at Fonta Flora Brewery. Enjoy rolling hills and single track trails followed by a celebratory beverage and custom wooden medal.

The New South Trail Marathon offers full and half marathon distances on the trails of the Whitewater Center in Charlotte. Runners will find aid stations with hydration and food along the course. Unique finisher medals are guaranteed for ear..

A 5k in Valdese, NC on April 4, 2026 supporting awareness for humane treatment of incarcerated people. The course features a slope, rock stairs, a suspension bridge near 0.5 miles and an out and back on the Valdese greenway.

This unique event challenges runners with successive one-mile loops at the Statesville Soccer Complex. Each round, the required finishing time gets shorter. It's part of a larger championship series where runners can earn points and compete..

Confront the steep, rugged loops of the Leatherwood Mountains. This trail event offers distances from 10 miles to 100 miles, each with significant elevation gain on private trails. Aid stations provide essential fuel, and the 100-miler requ..

The Seven Sisters 25k is a demanding mountain trail run in Montreat, NC, on April 11, 2026. Covering about 14.5 miles with 4,000 feet of climb, it traverses steep, technical ridges. Prior trail experience and mandatory safety gear are requi..

Conquer a three mile obstacle course with your favorite canine companion. This event features 17 obstacles and includes both competitive timed waves and a non competitive fun run for the whole family.

Experience a scenic 4 mile trail run or 2 mile walk through the dirt and gravel paths of Landrum. This 21 plus event features a post race beverage and welcomes leashed dogs for a journey focused on the scenery.

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.

Experience a rhythmic trail run through the shaded woods of Pleasant Ridge County Park. Choose between 10K and Half Marathon distances while supporting an inclusive community camp for children and adults with disabilities.

Run a beautiful 3-mile loop in Hendersonville, NC. Choose from a 5K or timed 6-hour and 12-hour events on this scenic, challenging course. The event includes awards, camping options, and frequent aid station access.