Trail Running calendar near Marion 2026-2027

Experience a scenic 13.1 mile trail loop through Paris Mountain State Park featuring 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Run past tranquil lakes and waterfalls while enjoying panoramic summit views and vibrant fall foliage.

A certified 5K trail run on a 50 acre horse ranch near Gastonia, NC, accompanied by a 2K walk, a Half Pint race for ages 7 and under, and a virtual 5K option. The event runs rain or sunshine and will be canceled for lightning.

Trail races at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park on October 10, 2026 offering about 6.2 mile and 9.3 mile courses with chip timing, one water station, and awards for the top ten men and top ten women in each race.

A family-friendly event on October 10, 2026 in Morganton featuring a 5K Zombie Run with flag-capture rules and awards, plus a one mile costume fun run and an after party with food trucks and activities.

Timed trail events in Valdese offering 3, 6, and 12 hour options on a roughly 3 mile loop of trail and crushed cinder greenway, with on-site amenities and space for vendor tents.

A 6 kilometer cross country race on the GE Vernova campus in Greenville SC featuring mixed surfaces and a closed course. Participants receive socks and age group awards; corporate shield team selection is required at registration.

A timed endurance event in Whittier, NC offering 24, 12, 6 and 3 hour runs plus ruck divisions; a 1.4 mile loop mixes gravel and asphalt, features lap scoring with chip or self-keeping, and on-site lodging options.

A 100-mile ultra in Hickory using a 4-mile mixed-surface loop, open to solo runners and teams of 2 to 10, featuring about 70% trail, over 15,500 feet of elevation, and marked signage for night running.

An 8.5 mile trail race in DuPont State Forest near Hendersonville NC benefiting Friends of DuPont State Forest, limited to 300 participants and offering a virtual option, race swag and a wooden finisher medal.

A Last Person Standing race at Westminster Park in Rock Hill, SC, run on a repeatable 4.167 mile loop with about 400 feet of elevation gain per loop. The event uses hourly starts, a pavilion aid station, crew areas, and custom finisher awar..

A 21+ trail run and walk at the Red Horse Inn with separate runner and walker courses on marked dirt and gravel trails; tickets include one house wine or beer and advanced registration is required.

A Halloween-themed 5k and 1 Mile in Hendersonville on October 24, 2026, presented by Aetna, featuring a costume contest, finisher medals, in-person and virtual options, and a winter-item collection for the Boys and Girls Club.

Test your endurance on the historic grounds of a former WWII training facility in South Carolina. Choose between 50k, 25k, or 8 mile technical trail courses at the rugged Croft State Park.

Trail races at Lake James State Park with a **50K**, relay options, and a half marathon starting and finishing at Fonta Flora Brewery. The weekend includes a costume contest and proceeds supporting local trail development.

On October 24, 2026 at Golden Road Vineyards in State Road, NC, a Halloween themed event offers a 5K, a 1.5 mile Sip & Stroll and a virtual 5K. Participants receive a finisher medal, a race shirt and a mimosa and age group awards start at 1..

A family-friendly autumn event at the Warlick Family YMCA featuring a 5K trail run and a noncompetitive 1 mile fun run on the Sytz Family Trail System. A free Party Zone offers bounce houses, games, music, and a mascot race.

A 25 hour timed trail run on a scenic 3.6 mile loop at Camp Grier in Old Fort, NC on October 31, 2026, with free tent camping, staffed aid stations, milestone awards and handcrafted awards for top finishers.

A tailgate-style backyard ultra in Greenville featuring repeated 5 km laps on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, hourly raffle prizes, vendors, games and football on a big screen, with proceeds benefiting OVC Kenya.

A multi-distance trail event at Kings Mountain State Park on November 7, 2026, run on a repeated ten-mile loop along the CCC Multi-Use Trail. Distances include 10 Mile, 50K, 100K, and a 100 Miler with aid stations, cabins, and time limits.

Trail races at Anne Springs Close Greenway on November 7, 2026, with half marathon, 10K, 5K, a dog jog and a 5K hike challenge. Awards are given by overall and age groups and refund protection is available at registration.