Trail Running calendar near Mount Gilead 2026-2027

A two day ultramarathon gathering at Sky Maple Farm in Hillsborough NC that combines looped running with moving meditation, sound baths, yoga, equine assisted meditation and a vegetarian farm to table dinner.

A community 5K in Kernersville on June 6, 2026, marking Fleet Feet’s 50th anniversary and Global Running Day. The event features a cross-country 5K split into two heats plus an untimed 1-mile fun run, with proceeds supporting Good Works Eng..

A USATF certified 5K road run in Downtown Clover on June 6, 2026 that raises funds for underprivileged children and Veterans. The event includes a children s fun run, age group awards, a free race shirt, and post race refreshments.

A first annual trail event at Restoration Church featuring a chip timed 5K, a 1 mile kids run with medals, and an untimed 5K walk, with proceeds supporting a local family and a community gathering after the races.

Experience the 12th annual mountain running event at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area. Choose between the 16 mile Vertical Mile or the 8 mile Vertical Half Mile on this North Carolina course.

An evening of five races at the Hanes Park track in Winston Salem on June 27, 2026, combining four track events and a 5K cross country race. Completing all five events yields a finishing score, an Ultimate Runner t shirt and a 4.91 car deca..

A family-friendly mud run at Porter Farms featuring a 5K course with obstacles, mud pits and slides, plus a pre-party and finish-line after-party with music, food and drinks. Registration includes value and VIP options and a Buy One & Give..

A night 5K at Northwestern High School on July 18 that raises funds for the Northwestern Cross Country Team, featuring glow sticks, Christmas lights, costume encouragement, chip timing, and age group awards.

Experience the scenic beauty of Harris Lake County Park with 5 and 10 mile trail races. Run through forested single track and open fields while enjoying expansive lake views in New Hill.

A backyard ultra in the woods near Concord, NC on July 25, 2026 featuring a repeating loop of 4.167 miles each hour; the last runner to complete a loop is the winner and results show distance covered.

A 5K trail race at McAlpine Park on July 25, 2026, run on the Larry McAfee XC course. Prizes go to overall and age group winners, and to the team with the most participants; registration runs April 30 to July 11, fee $40.

A six-race trail series at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, running Wednesdays from May 6 to August 5, 2026. Courses of about 3–5 miles mix single track and gravel, with a points-based series scoring and a mix of door prizes and aw..

A charity 5K at McAlpine Creek Park on August 8, 2026, presented by the Stride Forward Foundation. Proceeds support Charlotte area food banks and early registrants receive a guaranteed race shirt.

A timed trail endurance event at Daniel Stowe Conservancy on August 8, 2026 offering up to eight hours to walk or run as many 5K loops as desired, with an emphasis on sustainability and inclusive participation.

Trail races at Rocky Branch Park in Belmont, NC, with 50K, 25K, and 5K options on a 3.24 mile loop. Aid stations provide food and drink, a 10 hour cutoff applies, and finishers receive a handmade pottery medal.

A themed 5K and a 500 m kids run on August 22, 2026 at East Davidson High School in Thomasville, NC. The event uses a campus cross country course, encourages decade attire, and includes an award for best dressed.

Muddy Princess Charlotte is a women only 5K obstacle mud run at Porter Farms on August 30, 2026, featuring 18 plus obstacles, on course support, volunteer roles with benefits, and a partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

A trail event at Hagan-Stone Park offering half marathon and 10K runs plus ruck and virtual options, with morning, evening, and double-entry formats; evening races may require personal lights.

An obstacle mud run at the Jerry Long Family YMCA with a 3.1-mile 5K for ages 7+ and a 1-mile Fun Run for all ages, supporting YMCA health programs and offering new medals for 2026.

Trail races of 10K and Half Marathon take place at Cane Creek Mountain Natural Area near Snow Camp NC. An optional 80 foot observation tower climb is offered at the end and non climbers receive a time penalty at an aid station.