Trail Running calendar near Lowell 2026-2027

A trail race at Lake Norman State Park offering 30K and 50K routes across single-track loops, stocked aid stations, finisher medals, and posted results. The event uses varied loops with about 1,600 feet of elevation gain.

A trail event at Crowders Mountain on December 12, 2026 offering 100M, 100K, 50M, marathon and half marathon routes with substantial elevation gain, four aid stations, and pacer rules for the ultra distances.

Experience a diverse 5 mile course featuring single track trails and gravel paths in Lenoir. This final event of the Foothills Run Series concludes with hot cocoa and a unique Dirty Santa style awards presentation.

Test your endurance under the stars at the Lakewood Nature Preserve. Choose your distance from 10k to 50 miles and complete 1.5 mile loops through the night on wide grassy trails.

Trail event at George Poston Park in Gastonia NC offering 50K, 10K, 5K and a separate 1 Mile paved route. Aid stations provide food and hydration and finishers receive unique pottery medals.

Trail races at Stone Mountain in Roaring Gap, NC with 8 Miler, 25K, and a 50K that includes a six-stone collection quest, on-course aid stations, and unique pottery finisher medals.

Trail races at Chimney Rock, NC with out and back routes that include waterfall views, a long stair climb, and distance options of 50K, 25K, and 10K. Aid stations and a 10 hour cutoff are provided.

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.