Trail Running calendar near Matthews 2026-2027

Tackle the True to the Brew Trail Run/Hike Half Marathon on the scenic Palmetto Trail Croft Passage in Spartanburg. This technical 13.1 mile trail has rolling hills, a small capped field, and postrace brews and breakfast.

Take on a backyard ultra style challenge on a 3.1 mile gravel loop with rising time limits each cycle that eliminates runners until one finishes solo. Choose Last Man Standing, 50K, 25K or 5K and enjoy aid station snacks plus a unique finis..

Run a certified 5K on a scenic 50 acre horse ranch in southern Gaston County on Saturday, October 10, with a 2K walk, a Half Pint kids run and a virtual 5K option. Family friendly event continues rain or shine with race day packet pick up.

Tackle rugged singletrack in Uwharrie National Forest October 17 to 18, 2026 at the Uwharrie 100 Mile and 100K. Both races loop a 20.5 mile technical figure 8 under a canopy of roots and rocks, offering a true mountain trail challenge.

A 100 mile looped trail event in Hickory, NC on October 17 to 18, 2026 for solo runners and teams of 2 to 10, featuring about 70 percent trails, significant elevation, stocked aid stations, night running rules, and pacer and crew provisions..

Run the inaugural Tico's Gravel Grinder 10K on the rolling gravel trails of Harbison State Forest in Columbia, SC. Enjoy scenic trail miles while supporting Palmetto Wildlife Rescue and celebrating Tico the raccoon’s 10th birthday.

Tackle rugged singletrack at Croft State Park on October 24 with the Prisoner of War Trail Race offering ultra and shorter trail distances. Expect technical roots and rocks, a central aid station, finisher medals and a dog friendly course.

Join the Mountaineer Rumble at Kings Mountain State Park on November 7, 2026 for 10 Mile, 50K, 100K or 100 Miler on scenic ten mile loops with 650 ft climbs. Well supported with aid stations, cabin lodging and memorable finisher awards.

The Springmaid Trail Race will take place in Fort Mill on Saturday 7 November 2026. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

Roll the dice at The Unforeseen and discover your distance 15 seconds before the start at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve. Run scenic 2.25 mile loops on single track trails, enjoy free photos, and race for a Damascus steel knife.

Run through the night on a 1 mile off road loop in Enoree SC, starting at dusk and finishing at dawn, with the most laps by sunrise taking the win. Bring a light, enjoy aid stations, a hot breakfast and post race awards.

Run scenic singletrack through pine and hardwood forests with creek crossings and rolling terrain at Harbison State Forest. This cupless trail half features three aid stations, a finisher medal, and a post race meal and celebration.

Challenge yourself on the scenic Derby 50k in Ellerbe NC on November 28, 2026, three rolling loops over asphalt and dirt totaling about 31.5 miles. Enjoy postrace pasta, community vibes, and a custom finisher medal.

Beast of the East 100 at Crowders Mountain North Carolina offers races from half marathon to 100 miles on rugged looped singletrack with big climbing. Expect hearty aid stations and a welcoming trail community.